© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
© Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG
Æ21 200 BC - 30 BC
| Bronze | 9 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Soloi (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 30 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#376169 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena holding spear and shield, standing, facing right
two monograms to the left
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣOΛE[ΩN]
Translation: Soloi
Comment
Seleukid counterstamp is not necessarily common to these.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a bearded Heracles (Hercules) wearing a lion's skin, while the reverse (back) side shows a seated Apollo holding a lyre, surrounded by a crescent moon and stars. This fusion of Greek and Persian motifs reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Hellenistic period, when Greek cities like Soloi were under the rule of the Persian Empire.