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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ20 350 BC - 309 BC
| Bronze | 8.51 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kardia (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 309 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 8.51 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#152949 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Lion standing left, breaking a spear held in its mouth. A star below and a kernel of grain in exergue
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΚΑΡΔΙΑ
Interesting fact
The Æ20 coin from Kardia (Thrace) was used as a form of currency during the Hellenistic period, which was a time of significant cultural and economic exchange between different regions of the Mediterranean world. The coin's design features the image of a mythical creature called a griffin, which was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek mythology. The use of this symbol on the coin may have been intended to convey the idea that the city of Kardia was a safe and secure place to conduct trade and commerce.
