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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Didrachm 216 BC - 214 BC
| Silver | 5.74 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Brettii (Bruttium) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 216 BC - 214 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.74 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#435555 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The Dioskouroi, wearing military attire and surmounted by stars, holding palm fronds over shoulder and raising right hand, on horses rearing right; spear below, ΒΡΕΤΤΙΩΝ in exergue.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BPETTIΩN
Comment
Reduced Tarentine standard.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Didrachm (216 BC - 214 BC) from Brettii (Bruttium) made of Silver weighing 5.74 g is that it features a unique combination of Greek and indigenous Italian elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Greek-style head of the goddess Hera, while the reverse side features an Italian-style horseman, highlighting the cultural blend that existed in the region during that time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (216 BC - 214 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Didrachm (216 BC - 214 BC) coin.
