© Rhuank
© Rhuank
Æ10 400 BC - 300 BC
| Bronze | 1.1 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Argos (Argolis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 300 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.1 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#366362 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of wolf left.
Comment
SNG Cop 57/64 hybrid; BCD Peloponnesos 1120 var. (Hera head left). Unpublished with Hera head right.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the first known depiction of a hoplite (a heavily armored Greek foot soldier) on a Greek coin. The hoplite is shown on the obverse (front) side of the coin, wearing a helmet, armor, and carrying a shield and spear. This coin was minted during a time of great military and cultural significance for the city of Argos, and the inclusion of the hoplite image reflects the importance of the military in ancient Greek society.