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Didrachm 280 BC
280 BC year| Silver | 7.41 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Velia (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 280 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Phocaean/Campanian Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.41 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#189617 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Lion attacking stag to left
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΥEΛHTΩN
Translation: Velia
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.
