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Æ16 164 BC - 27 BC
| Bronze | 2.51 g | 16.0 mm |
| Issuer | Aigeai (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 164 BC - 27 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.51 g |
| Diameter | 16.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#149940 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Club above quiver
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΙΓΕΑΙΩΝ
Interesting fact
The Aigeai (Cilicia) bronze coin Æ16 (164 BC - 27 BC) features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a bearded king wearing a Persian-style crown, while the reverse (back) side shows a Greek-style mythological scene of a satyr and a nymph. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex history of the region, which was influenced by both Greek and Persian empires at different times.
