Æ13 350 BC - 300 BC

The Ophrynion (Troad) coin Æ13 from 350 BC - 300 BC is notable for its unique design, which features a stylized head of a satyr on the obverse (front side) and a quadripartite incuse square on the reverse (back side). The satyr image is believed to represent the mythological creature's association with the wild and untamed, as well as its connection to the god Dionysus, who was revered in the region. The quadripartite incuse square, on the other hand, is a distinctive feature of ancient Greek coinage and is thought to represent the four directions or the four elements (earth, air, fire, and water). This coin's design reflects the cultural and mythological beliefs of the time and place where it was minted.