Didrachm (225 BC - 150 BC) front Didrachm (225 BC - 150 BC) back
Didrachm (225 BC - 150 BC) photo
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Didrachm 225 BC - 150 BC

 
Silver 7.67 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Paros (Cyclades)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
225 BC - 150 BC
Value
Didrachm (2)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.67 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#184379
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Male goat standing right

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΠΡΑΞΟΣ
ΠΑΡΙ

Comment

Winterthur 2316; Locker Lampson 249; Pozzi 2049.

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a winged Victory (Nike) holding a wreath and a palm branch. This design was common for coins issued by the Cycladic islands during the Hellenistic period, as Athena and Nike were both important deities in the ancient Greek pantheon.