Æ16 (300 BC - 1 BC) front Æ16 (300 BC - 1 BC) back
Æ16 (300 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Æ16 300 BC - 1 BC

 
Bronze 4.18 g 16.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Syros (Cyclades)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
300 BC - 1 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4.18 g
Diameter
16.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#146089
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Goat standing facing left with a grain ear to its right

Script: Greek

Comment

Joy 564; Pozzi (Boutin) 4589.

Interesting fact

The coin features a unique design on its obverse side, depicting a crouching lion with its head turned backward, which is a distinctive feature of Syrian coins from this time period. This design was likely used to symbolize the power and strength of the city-state of Syros.