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Didrachm 550 BC - 490 BC
| Silver | 8.94 g | - |
| Issuer | Tenedos (Troad) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 550 BC - 490 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.94 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#178580 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted and bearded male head to left, wearing pearl necklace. Above to left, inscription and all within incuse square
Comment
Traité I, 630, pl. XIV, 9.
Interesting fact
The Didrachm from Tenedos (Troad) was one of the first coins to feature an image of a deity. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bearded Apollo, while the reverse side shows a lyre, which was an instrument associated with the god. This coin was issued during a time when the worship of Apollo was becoming increasingly popular in the ancient Greek world.
