Æ15 (100 BC - 1 BC) front Æ15 (100 BC - 1 BC) back
Æ15 (100 BC - 1 BC) photo
© Fred Cherrygarden

Æ15 100 BC - 1 BC

 
Bronze 3.61 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Side (Pamphylia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100 BC - 1 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.61 g
Diameter
15 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#248188
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Pomegranate.

Edge

Plain

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 bearded king, likely King Antiochus IV of the Seleucid Empire, while the reverse (back) side shows a Greek goddess, possibly Artemis or Aphrodite, with a Persian-style crown. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of the region and the multicultural nature of the ancient Mediterranean world.