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Didrachm 480 BC
480 BC year| Silver | 8.32 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Barke (Kyrenaica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 480 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.32 g |
| Diameter | 15.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185786 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Silphium fruit (seed pod?) between two dolphins swimming around it to right and all within incuse square
Interesting fact
The Didrachm from Barke (Kyrenaica) is notable for its unique design, which features a silhouette of a horse and rider on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears an image of the goddess Demeter. This coin was issued during the reign of the Greek city-state of Barke in the 5th century BC and is considered a rare and valuable artifact among numismatists today.
