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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ16 200 BC - 100 BC
| Bronze | 3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Abbaitis (Phrygia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 100 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#381942 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription and monogram above and beneath labrys (double-axe), all within wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering: MYΣΩN ABBA
Translation:
Mysia
Abbaitis
Interesting fact
The Abbaitis (Phrygia) bronze coin Æ16 (200 BC - 100 BC) features a unique blend of ancient Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side features a Persian-style seated figure of a king, likely representing the Phrygian king Attis. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the complex history of the region, which was influenced by both Greek and Persian empires during that time period.
