© Rhuank
© Rhuank
Æ22 200 BC - 100 BC
| Bronze | 10 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Marathos (Phoenician cities) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 100 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#358004 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Mrth (in phoenician script) to right of Marathos, standing left, leaning on column, holding aphlaston, date in left field.
Script: Phoenician
Lettering: 𐤌𐤃𐤕𐤄
Translation: Marathos.
Interesting fact
The coin features a unique blend of Phoenician and Greek influences in its design, reflecting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred in the region during that time period.
