Æ15 (200 BC - 1 BC) front Æ15 (200 BC - 1 BC) back
Æ15 (200 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Æ15 200 BC - 1 BC

 
Bronze 2.85 g 15.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Seriphos (Cyclades)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 1 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.85 g
Diameter
15.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#145774
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Harpa in the middle with the inscription around it. All within beaded ring

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΣΕΡΙ
ΦΕΩΝ

Interesting fact

The coin features a unique design on its obverse side, depicting a mythical creature known as a "sphinx" - a creature with the body of a lion and the head of a woman. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek art and symbolized the power and strength of the city-state of Seriphos.