© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ20 300 BC - 100 BC
| Bronze | 5.13 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | Samothrace (Thracian Islands) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 100 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.13 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#147267 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Kybele seated left, holding a phiale and a scepter. Name of the magistrate to the right and name of the city on the left
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΣΑΜΟ
ΤΕΙΣΙ
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. She is shown standing left, wearing a long cloak and holding a scepter in her right hand. The reverse (back) side of the coin features a depiction of a grapevine, which was a symbol of fertility and prosperity in ancient Samothrace. The coin's design highlights the island's rich agricultural resources and its strong cultural connections to the Greek mainland.
