Didrachm - Euryk... (250 BC - 220 BC) front Didrachm - Euryk... (250 BC - 220 BC) back
Didrachm - Euryk... (250 BC - 220 BC) photo
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Didrachm - Euryk... 250 BC - 220 BC

 
Silver 7.24 g 23.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Naxos (Cyclades)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
250 BC - 220 BC
Value
Didrachm (2)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.24 g
Diameter
23.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#190787
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Wreathed krater on a high foot with low handles. To right, thyrsos

Script: Greek

Lettering:
NAΞI
EYPYK

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of a lion's head, which was a common symbol of the Cyclades region.