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Coin with bust of Alexandria Troas
Roman Provincial
Imperial Period
Time of Caracalla–Gallienus
Mint: Troas, Alexandria Troas
Medium/Technique
Bronze
Dimensions
Diameter: 23 mm. Weight: 5.78 gm. Die Axis: 12
Credit Line
Gift of the Archaeological Institute of America
Accession Number84.586
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CollectionsAncient Greece and Rome
ClassificationsNumismatics – Coins
DescriptionObverse: Turreted, draped bust of Alexandria Troas to right. Vexillum behind.
CO ALEX.TRO
Reverse: Wolf right, suckling twins.
Above: COLAVCO in ex.: TROAD
CO ALEX.TRO
Reverse: Wolf right, suckling twins.
Above: COLAVCO in ex.: TROAD
ProvenanceAcquired in the division of coins following the excavations at Assos. Some coins in the group were said to have been "purchased from natives of the surrounding district." No specific findspot is known for this coin. 1884: gift of the Archaeological Institute of America to the Museum of Fine Arts