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Æ16 300 BC - 200 BC
| Bronze | 4.8 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Perinthos (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 200 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.8 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#381949 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged caduceus.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠEΡIN-ΘIΩN
Translation: Perinthos
Comment
Moushmov 4392; Mionnet 264.Interesting fact
The Perinthos coin features a unique combination of symbols and imagery, including a helmeted head of Athena on one side and a horseman on the other. This combination has led some numismatists to suggest that the coin may have been issued to commemorate a military victory or event, although the exact meaning and significance of the symbols remain a topic of debate among scholars.
