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Æ - Spithridates 335 BC - 334 BC
| Bronze | 1.35 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Satrapy of Lydia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Satrap | Spithridates (365 BC - 334 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 335 BC - 334 BC |
| Currency | Drachm (550-330 BCE) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#81134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Forepart of horse right; monogram or tamgha above, ΣΠ-I below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΠ Ι
Comment
Winzer 19.4.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Æ - Spithridates (335 BC - 334 BC) from Satrapy of Lydia (Achaemenid Satrapies) made of Bronze weighing 1.35 g is that it features the image of a lion, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Lydia.