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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ16 200 BC - 1 BC
| Bronze | 2.79 g | 16.0 mm |
| Issuer | Andros (Cyclades) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 1 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.79 g |
| Diameter | 16.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#146196 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Filleted thyrsos with a grape bunch to the right
Interesting fact
The Andros coin is one of the earliest known coins to feature a portrait of a woman. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a woman's head, possibly representing the goddess Aphrodite, while the reverse (back) side features a four-leaf clover, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Greece. This coin is a rare example of a coin that combines both a human portrait and a symbol of good luck, making it a unique and interesting piece of ancient Greek currency.