Obverse © @adilson
Obverse © @adilson
Bronze AE19 250 BC - 120 BC
| Bronze | 5.9 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Apollonia Pontika (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 250 BC - 120 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.9 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#349070 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Upright anchor, IH at lower left, crayfish at lower right, A-A below.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
IH
A-A
Interesting fact
The Bronze AE19 coin from Apollonia Pontika (Thrace) features a unique combination of symbols on its reverse side. It depicts a stylized dolphin, which was a common symbol of the city, along with a crescent moon and a star. This combination of symbols has been interpreted as a representation of the city's maritime trade and its connection to the celestial world.