Æ18 (253-268) front Æ18 (253-268) back
Æ18 (253-268) photo
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Bronze 2.8 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Temnos (Aeolis)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
253-268
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.8 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#153789
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Tyche standing looking left, rudder in right, cornucopia in left

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΤHΜ ΝΕΙΤΩΝ

Interesting fact

The coin , a Standard circulation coin Æ18 (253-268) from Temnos (Aeolis) made of Bronze weighing 2.8 g, features a unique design on its reverse side. The reverse depicts a youthful male figure, possibly representing the mythical founder of the city, Temenos, who is shown nude and standing left, holding a spear in his right hand and a snake in his left. This design is quite distinctive and sets the coin apart from other coins of the same era.