Æ17 (381 BC - 369 BC) front Æ17 (381 BC - 369 BC) back
Æ17 (381 BC - 369 BC) photo
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Æ17 381 BC - 369 BC

 
Bronze 4.26 g 17.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Pydna (Macedon)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
381 BC - 369 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
4.26 g
Diameter
17.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#186032
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Eagle standing right attacking a serpent held in its talons

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΠYΔNAIΩN

Interesting fact

The Æ17 coin from Pydna (Macedon) features the image of a horse on its obverse side, which was a common motif in ancient Macedonian coinage. The horse was an important symbol of strength, speed, and mobility in ancient Macedonian culture, and its depiction on coins was meant to convey the power and prestige of the Macedonian kingdom.