© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Æ20 300 BC - 268 BC
| Bronze | 5.87 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | Lokroi Epizephyrioi (Bruttium) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 268 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.87 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#187670 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena standing left, holding spear and shield and in field to right star with six rays and cornucopia
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛOKPON
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols and letters that reflect the cultural and political influences of the region where it was minted. The coin bears the image of a bull, which was a common symbol of strength and fertility in ancient Greek culture, along with the letters "ΛΟΚΡΟΙ" (Lokroi) and "ΕΠΙΖΕΦΥΡΙΟΙ" (Epizephyrioi), which indicate the coin's origin and the authority that issued it. Additionally, the coin's weight and composition, made of bronze and weighing 5.87 grams, suggest that it was a widely used and practical form of currency for everyday transactions in the region.
