Æ17 (260 BC - 190 BC) front Æ17 (260 BC - 190 BC) back
Æ17 (260 BC - 190 BC) photo
© Cuthwellis

Æ17 260 BC - 190 BC

 
Bronze 4.10 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Perge (Pamphylia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
260 BC - 190 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4.10 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#235181
Rarity index
87%

Reverse

Artemis standing left, holding wreath and sceptre.

Edge

Plain

Comment

Further reference: Colin Series 2.1.

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features the head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a stag's head and a spear. This combination of symbols suggests that the coin was issued during a time of military conflict, as Athena was often associated with warfare and the stag's head may represent the power and strength of the army.