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Didrachm 280 BC
280 BC yearSilver | 7.61 g | 22 mm |
Issuer | Velia (Lucania) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Year | 280 BC |
Value | Didrachm (2) |
Currency | Phocaean/Campanian Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 7.61 g |
Diameter | 22 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#180566 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion crouching right and above, caduceus
Script: Greek
Lettering: YEΛHTΩN
Interesting fact
The Didrachm coin from Velia (Lucania) has an interesting fact: it features the image of a mythical creature called the "Lucanian Bull" on one side, which was a symbol of strength and fertility in ancient Greek mythology.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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ND (-280) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Didrachm (280 BC) coin.