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Æ22 260 BC - 240 BC
| Bronze | 10.6 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kyrene (Kyrenaica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 260 BC - 240 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10.6 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#327708 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Silphium Plant
Script: Greek
Lettering: KOINON
Interesting fact
The Kyrenean coin features the image of a silphium plant on one side, which was a symbol of the city of Kyrene. Silphium was a valuable plant that grew in the region and was used for medicinal and culinary purposes. It was also used as a form of currency in some parts of the ancient world. The inclusion of the silphium plant on the coin highlights the importance of this plant to the people of Kyrene and the surrounding region.