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© Trustees of the British Museum
Didrachm 281 BC - 278 BC
| Silver | 6.415 g | - |
| Issuer | Herakleia (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 281 BC - 278 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | As |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.415 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#392435 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Herakles, naked, standing left, resting on club and holding cornucopiae; to left, Nike flying to crown him.
Script: Greek
Lettering: HPAKΛEIΩN
Interesting fact
The Didrachm from Herakleia (Lucania) features a unique combination of symbols on its reverse side, including a lion's head, a dolphin, and a trident. This combination of symbols may have been used to represent the city's maritime power and its connection to the sea.
