Syria, Seleucis and Pieria, Time of Nero, AE Trichalkon, Antioch Mint, AD 59-60

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Description

Seleucis and Pieria, Time of Nero, Pseudo-autonomous Issue, AE  Trichalkon(bronze,5.45g,17mm), Antioch Mint, AD 59-60
Obv: ANTIOX[ЄΩN] Draped and turreted bust of Tyche to right
Rev: ET-HP in exergue below garlanded altar
Ref: McAlee 106 Rarity/Choice: Common, VF (patina stripped otherwise nicely centered)
Note: The autonomy of the Seleucis and Pieria region during the time of Nero refers to a degree of self-governance granted by the Roman Empire. While still under Roman control, certain aspects of local administration, including the minting of coins, were managed independently.  Antioch, as a major center of trade and commerce, played a crucial role in the economy of the Roman Empire during this era.