Æ18 (350 BC - 300 BC) front Æ18 (350 BC - 300 BC) back
Æ18 (350 BC - 300 BC) photo
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Æ18 350 BC - 300 BC

 
Bronze 8.86 g 18.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Gyrton (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
350 BC - 300 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
8.86 g
Diameter
18.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#152223
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Horse advancing left with a monogram below

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΓΥΡΤ
ΩΝΙΩΝ

Comment

Moustaka 24.

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a helmeted head of Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts. The helmet is decorated with a spiral motif, which was a common feature of ancient Greek helmets. The reverse (back) side of the coin shows a horse's head and a flower, which were symbols of strength and fertility in ancient Greek culture.