© ALAMIR
© ALAMIR
Æ13 400 BC - 300 BC
| Bronze | 1.9 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Lamponeia (Troad) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 300 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.9 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#168985 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Bucranium, kantharos above
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛΑ-Μ
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 side of the coin depicts a bearded satyr, a common motif in Greek mythology, while the reverse side features a stylized representation of a Persian king, indicating the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the time period in which it was minted.