Æ9 (400 BC - 241 BC) front Æ9 (400 BC - 241 BC) back
Æ9 (400 BC - 241 BC) photo
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Æ9 400 BC - 241 BC

 
Bronze 1.4 g 9 mm
Description
Issuer
Assos (Troad)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 241 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
1.4 g
Diameter
9 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#147231
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Bucranium

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΡΤΑ
ΑΣ - ΣΙ

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of symbols on its reverse side, including a triskelion (a three-legged symbol) and a dolphin, which were meant to represent the city of Assos and its maritime connections.