Æ18 300 BC - 100 BC
| Bronze | 4.49 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Samothrace (Thracian Islands) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 100 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.49 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#196899 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cybele seated left, holding a sceptre and a patera. Name of the magistrate on the right and the name of the city on the left
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΣΑΜΟ
ΑΘΗΝ
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a depiction of the goddess Demeter, who was revered in Samothrace for her association with fertility and agriculture. The coin's design may have been meant to symbolize the island's rich agricultural resources and the importance of Demeter's blessing for the local economy.
