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© Bibliothèque nationale de France
Æ14 330 BC - 228 BC
| Bronze | 2 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Herakleia (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 330 BC - 228 BC |
| Currency | As |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#50638 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Hercules standing at left, with a lion skin on his left arm and a club on his left shoulder.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΗΡΑ
ΚΛΕΙΩΝ
Comment
The denominations of bronze coins that are unknown to numismatists are referred to as Æ, (or AE, which means it is made of a base alloy), and with the diameter after it.Interesting fact
The Herakleia (Lucania) coin is a rare example of a coin that features a mythological creature, the Chimera, on its reverse side. The Chimera was a creature from Greek mythology that had the body of a lion, the head of a goat, and the tail of a serpent. Its appearance on this coin is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the ancient Greek city of Herakleia, which was known for its artistic and mythological influences.
