© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Æ20 ΕΛΑΤΕΩΝ; Elatea 50 BC - 1 BC
| Bronze | 7.01 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Elatea (Achaea) |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (509 BC - 27 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50 BC - 1 BC |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.01 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#404426 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Poseidon, right; trident on left shoulder.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΛΑΤΕΩΝ
Comment
RPC I omitted any coins from Elatea but it is probable that this coin belongs to the second half of the first century BC according to its style and fabric.
Extremely rare, probably only a few known.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a deer on its reverse side, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage, particularly in the region of Achaea. The deer symbolized speed, agility, and fertility, and was often associated with the goddess Artemis, who was revered as the protector of the wilderness and the hunt. The inclusion of this image on the coin may have been intended to convey the idea of prosperity and abundance, as well as to highlight the region's rich natural resources and cultural heritage.