Æ17 (200 BC - 1 BC) front Æ17 (200 BC - 1 BC) back
Æ17 (200 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Æ17 200 BC - 1 BC

 
Bronze 4.51 g 17.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Bargylia (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 1 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4.51 g
Diameter
17.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#147348
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stag standing right

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΒΑΡΓΥ
ΛHNTΩΝ

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of a king, possibly King Mausolus II, who ruled Bargylia during the 3rd century BC. The reverse (back) side of the coin depicts a four-horse chariot, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and symbolized the power and prestige of the issuing authority.