Tetradrachm - Vabalathus

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IssuerPalmyrene Empire (Roman splinter states)
Year271-272
TypeStandard circulation coin
ValueTetradrachm (4)
CurrencyDrachm (270-273)
CompositionPotin
Weight8.78 g
Dimensions21.4 mm
Thickness
Shape and TechniqueRound (irregular)
Hammered
OrientationMedal alignment ↑↑
Engraver(s)
In circulation to
Reference(s) Dattari#5508 , Emmett#3909 , Milne#4349
Obverse descriptionLaureate and draped bust of Emperor facing right.
Obverse scriptGreek
Obverse letteringAYT K OYABAΛΛAΘOC AΘHNO CЄB
Reverse descriptionRadiate and draped bust of sun god Helios
Reverse scriptGreek
Reverse letteringL E
Edge
Mint
MintageND (271-272)  - RY 5 -
Catalog ID1790199430
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