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Didrachm - Leokrates 250 BC
250 BC year| Silver | 7.83 g | - |
| Issuer | Naxos (Cyclades) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 250 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.83 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185135 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wreathed krater on a high foot with low handles and to right, thyrsos
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΝΑΞΙ
ΛΕΩΚΡ
Interesting fact
The Didrachm - Leokrates (250 BC) from Naxos (Cyclades) is an interesting coin because it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a deity or a mythological creature, this coin features a portrait of the coin's mint master, Leokrates. This is a rare example of a coin that combines both the function of a currency and a personal portrait, making it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
