Cilicia, Irenopolis, Maximinus I
Description:
Cilicia, Irenopolis. Maximinus I (235 - 238 AD). AYT K Γ I OYH MAXIMEINOC; laureate, draped bust right / ЄIPHNOΠΟΛΙΕΤΟΝ; athlete standing left holding palm & crowning himself.
Diameter:
AE32 mm
Weight:
15,06 g
Grade:
aVF/gF
Attribution:
SNG Paris 2269
Commentary:
extremely rare; green patina, obverse off-center
History:
Irenopolis was named Neronias, in honor of emperor Nero, but the name didn't last for a long time.
Article Number:
008-04-02-41652