© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Æ21 - Poseidon ΑΝΤΙΚΥΡΕΩΝ
| Bronze | 7.33 g | 21.3 mm |
| Issuer | Anticyra (Achaea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 117-138 |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.33 g |
| Diameter | 21.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#402730 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Artemis clad in short chiton advancing right, quiver at right shoulder, holding bow in right hand and torch in left; beside her, dog.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΝΤΙΚΥΡΕΩΝ
Interesting fact
The coin features a depiction of Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, holding a trident and surrounded by dolphins. This imagery symbolizes the importance of the sea and maritime trade in the ancient Greek world, particularly for the city of Anticyra, which was located on the coast of Achaea.