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Æ18 - Philadelphia Lydia 120 BC - 1 BC
| Bronze | 5.7 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Philadelphia (Conventus of Sardis) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 120 BC - 1 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 3.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#294938 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Lyre with plectrum beneath it, all within laurel wreath
Lettering: ΦIΛAΔEΛ-ΦEΩN
Interesting fact
The Philadelphia Lydia coin was part of a series of coins issued by the Roman Republic to commemorate the provinces of the Roman Empire. The coin features an image of Lydia, a mythological figure representing the province of Lydia in modern-day Turkey. The coin's design was inspired by Greek art and architecture, reflecting the cultural exchange between Greece and Rome during that time period.