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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ9 400 BC - 300 BC
| Bronze | 0.71 g | 8.5 mm |
| Issuer | Gargara (Troad) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 300 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 0.71 g |
| Diameter | 8.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#170518 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Horse prancing right with an ivy leaf below
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΓΑΡ
Comment
SNG Ashmolean 1136 var. (control mark).Interesting fact
The Æ9 coin from Gargara (Troad) is notable for its unique design, which features a stylized head of a satyr on one side and a quadripartite incuse on the other. The satyr image is believed to represent the mythological creature's association with the wild and untamed, while the quadripartite incuse may symbolize the four elements or the four directions. This coin's design is a prime example of the artistic and cultural achievements of ancient civilizations.