Æ22 (Countermarked) (260 BC - 200 BC) front Æ22 (Countermarked) (260 BC - 200 BC) back
Æ22 (Countermarked) (260 BC - 200 BC) photo
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Æ22 Countermarked 260 BC - 200 BC

 
Bronze 7.71 g 22.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Tomis (Thrace)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
260 BC - 200 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.71 g
Diameter
22.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Countermarked
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#192218
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eagle standing right within wreath. ΤΟΜΙ above ΛΕΟΝ below.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΤΟΜΙ
ΛΕΟΝ

Interesting fact

The countermark on this coin is a rare example of a "double-headed" countermark, featuring two opposing animal heads, which suggests that it may have been used to indicate the coin's value or authenticity.