Æ17 (250 BC - 150 BC) front Æ17 (250 BC - 150 BC) back
Æ17 (250 BC - 150 BC) photo
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Æ17 250 BC - 150 BC

 
Bronze 4.89 g 17.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Odessos (Thrace)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
250 BC - 150 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4.89 g
Diameter
17.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#146828
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

The Great God reclining left, holding a cornucopia and lying on two cushions. Upturned amphora above and a monogram in exerque

Script: Greek

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features the image of a young Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, fertility, and theater. This suggests that the coin may have been used in religious rituals or festivals related to Dionysus.