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Didrachm 275 BC - 250 BC
| Silver | 7.35 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Neapolis (Campania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275 BC - 250 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.35 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#186298 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Man-headed bull walking right. Above, Nike flying right, placing wreath on bull's head and below, IΣ
Script: Greek
Lettering:
NEOΠOΛITΩN
IΣ
Interesting fact
The Didrachm from Neapolis (Campania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to two drachmas, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The fact that it was made of silver and weighed 7.35 grams indicates that it was a valuable and significant coin in its time. Additionally, the fact that it was circulated in the 275 BC - 250 BC time period suggests that it was used during a time of great cultural and economic development in ancient Greece.
