Æ20 (Olynthos) (432 BC - 348 BC) front Æ20 (Olynthos) (432 BC - 348 BC) back
Æ20 (Olynthos) (432 BC - 348 BC) photo
© Wilson Roberto Vasques Nunes

Æ20 Olynthos 432 BC - 348 BC

 
Bronze 5.3 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Chalkidean League (Macedon)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
432 BC - 348 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.3 g
Diameter
20 mm
Thickness
3 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#147078
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Cithara (lyre).

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΧΑΛ
ΕΩΝ ΚΙΔ

Interesting fact

The Olynthos coin was used as a means of payment for mercenaries during the Peloponnesian War.