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Æ19 200 BC
200 BC year| Bronze | 3.36 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Aigeai (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 200 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.36 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#149937 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Nike advancing left, holding wreath and palm
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΙΓΕΑΙΩΝ
Interesting fact
The Aigeai (Cilicia) Æ19 coin from 200 BC features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a bearded king wearing a Persian-style crown, while the reverse (back) side shows a Greek-style owl perched on a branch. This fusion of design elements reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Hellenistic period, when Greek and Persian empires interacted and influenced each other.
