Æ23 - Diodotos (64 BC - 27 BC) front Æ23 - Diodotos (64 BC - 27 BC) back
Æ23 - Diodotos (64 BC - 27 BC) photo
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Æ23 - Diodotos 64 BC - 27 BC

 
Bronze 10.15 g 23.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Adana (Cilicia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
64 BC - 27 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
10.15 g
Diameter
23.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#172022
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Nike advancing left, holding wreath and palm frond

Script: Greek

Lettering: AΔANEΩN

Interesting fact

The Diodotos coin is a rare example of a coin that was issued during the reign of a lesser-known king of the ancient Greek city-state of Adana, which is now located in modern-day Turkey. Despite being made of bronze, which was a common material for coins at the time, the Diodotos coin is considered valuable among collectors due to its rarity and historical significance.