© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Æ 168 BC - 45 BC
| Bronze | 7.78 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Maroneia (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 168 BC - 45 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.78 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#435910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dionysos standing left, holding bunch of grapes and narthex stalks; monogram to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: MAPΩNITΩN
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique blend of Greek and Thracian elements on its obverse and reverse sides. The obverse bears the image of a youthful Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, fertility, and theater, while the reverse depicts a Thracian horseman, symbolizing the region's rich equestrian culture. This fusion of imagery reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Hellenistic period, where Greek and Thracian influences coexisted and flourished together.
