Æ17 (300 BC) front Æ17 (300 BC) back
Æ17 (300 BC) photo
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Æ17 300 BC

300 BC year
Bronze 2.65 g 17.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Myrina (Thracian Islands)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
300 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.65 g
Diameter
17.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#147238
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Owl standing right, head facing

Script: Greek

Lettering:
M Y
P I

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features the head of a satyr, a mythical creature with human-like features and goat-like horns and ears. Satyrs were often associated with the god Dionysus, who was revered in ancient Thrace, and the inclusion of this image on the coin may suggest a connection to Dionysian rituals or festivals.