Description: This is a rare AD 284-305 Egypt, Alexandria (Diocletian) BI Tetradrachm coin with a beautiful Nike reverse design. The coin is certified by NGC. It is made of billon and has a features an obverse of a Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust facing right, while the reverse shows Nike advancing right, holding wreath and palm frond; the Greek letters L - Ī are visible across the field denoting the year 4 (= 288 AD). The coin is a great addition to any coin collection and is perfect for those interested in ancient Roman Greek-Egyptian coins. It comes with a certification number of 6831368-012 and has references of Milne# 4878 and N# 62791. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this rare and unique coin. FeaturesIssuerAlexandria (Egypt)EmperorDiocletian (Gaius Aurelius Valerius Diocletianus) (284-305)TypeStandard circulation coinsYears286-288ValueTetradrachm (4)CurrencyDrachmCompositionBillon BronzeWeight~7.5 gDiameter~19.2 mmThickness~3 mmShapeRound (irregular)TechniqueHammeredDemonetizedYesNumberN#62791ReferencesMilne#āÆ4878 ObverseLaureate bust right, wearing cloak and cuirassed as seen from the back - one ribbon turned backwards, the other straight down.Script: GreekLettering: ĪĪĪ ĪVĪ ĪĪĪĪĪĪĪ¤ĪĪĪĪC CĪĪ ReverseNike advancing right, holding wreath and palm over left shoulder, star in right field (officinea), L-Ī across fields (= year 4 = 288)Script: GreekLettering: * L Ī Edge: Plain Mint: Alexandria (ancient), Egypt (332 BC - 476 AD)
Price: 97.5 USD
Location: Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Denomination: Tetradrachm
Historical Period: Roman: Provincial (100-400 AD)
Composition: Billon
Year: AD 284-305
Era: Ancient
References: Milne#āÆ4878; N#62791
Certification Number: 6831368-012
Grade: Certified
Country/Region of Manufacture: Egypt
Variety: obverse: Laureate, draped and cuirassed bust facing right, reverse: Nike advancing r., holding wreath and palm frond; L - Ī
Certification: NGC