Didrachm (200 BC - 175 BC) front Didrachm (200 BC - 175 BC) back
Didrachm (200 BC - 175 BC) photo
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Didrachm 200 BC - 175 BC

 
Silver 7.52 g 21.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Paros (Cyclades)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 175 BC
Value
Didrachm (2)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.52 g
Diameter
21.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#146251
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Goat standing right with name of the magistrate and the city in two lines above the goat

Script: Greek

Lettering:
TEIΣHN
ΠAPI

Interesting fact

The Didrachm from Paros (Cyclades) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a mythical creature called the "Parian sphinx". This creature is a hybrid of a winged lion and a human, and is believed to have been a symbol of the island's wealth and power during ancient times.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (200 BC - 175 BC)  - - - - - -

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