Advanced Search
Tetradrachm of Alexandria with bust of Probus
Roman Provincial
Imperial Period
A.D. 277–278
Mint: Egypt, Alexandria
Medium/Technique
Billon
Dimensions
Diameter: 20 mm. Weight: 6.41 gm. Die Axis: 12
Credit Line
Storer Collection
Accession Number32.1053
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Laureate, cuirassed bust of Probus to right, wearing paludamentum.
Inscription in Greek.
Reverse: Eagle facing, head right, wreath in beak, wings open.
In field, left and right, Greek letters (Year = 3).
Inscription in Greek.
Reverse: Eagle facing, head right, wreath in beak, wings open.
In field, left and right, Greek letters (Year = 3).