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Æ15 - Aristaios 387 BC - 295 BC
| Bronze | 3.5 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Ephesos (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 387 BC - 295 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#360372 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Recumbent stag standing left, head looking right, astragalos above.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
AΡ-ΣI
AΡIΣTAIOΣ (vertically)
Translation: Aristaios
Interesting fact
The coin features a portrait of Aristaios, a Greek philosopher and mathematician, on one side, and a depiction of the Ephesian goddess Artemis on the other. This coin was minted during the reign of King Eumenes II, who ruled Ephesos from 197 BC to 158 BC. The coin's design reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time, showcasing both Greek and Persian elements.
