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H in circular punch
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BITHYNIA. Nikomedia. Gallienus. Æ 26. A.D. 253-268. Obv: MAVPCEVHAΛEZANΔPOCAV. Radiate, draped and cuirassed bust right; countermark on shoulder. Rev: NIKOMH-ΔEΩNΔICNEOKOPΩN. Emperor, radiate, holding spear, riding on horse charging right, mantle waving behind. Ref: BMC - (rev. sim. 67). Axis: 30°. Weight: 7.04 g. CM: H in circular punch, 7 mm. Howgego 821ii (112 pcs). Note: This countermark was applied to coins of several cities, although predominantly to those of Nikomedia and Nicaea. Collection Automan.
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