© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Æ11 130 BC - 100 BC
| Bronze | 2.20 g | 11.0 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Pontian city (Pontos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 130 BC - 100 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.20 g |
| Diameter | 11.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#186928 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Palm branch with taenia and star (or comet)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side features a Persian-style seated archer, highlighting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Hellenistic period.