This Roman provincial tetradrachm of Trajan Decius, struck at Antioch, is a serious ancient — both in size and presence. These Syrian tetradrachms were workhorse coins of the eastern empire, struck broad and meant to circulate hard.
The 4/5 strike brings out bold portrait detail, while the 2/5 surface tells the truth: this coin lived, moved, and survived. That’s normal for Antioch issues and part of what makes them real. NGC certification keeps it honest and removes the guesswork.
If you like your ancients large, silver, and unapologetically historic, this one earns its place.
