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Didrachm - Magas 308 BC - 277 BC
| Silver | 7.58 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Kyrene (Kyrenaica) |
|---|---|
| Governor | Magas of Cyrene (300 BC - 275 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 308 BC - 277 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.58 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#379606 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Silphium plant; serpent left to upper left, I and ΠO monogram to upper right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: KY-PA
Translation: Kyrene
Comment
Cf. SNG Delepierre 767 (no serpent); cf. BMC 243-245 (head left).
Rhodian standard.
Interesting fact
The Didrachm - Magas coin from Kyrene (Kyrenaica) was used as a form of currency during the reign of Magas, who was a Greek king of Cyrenaica in the 3rd century BC. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the goddess Demeter on the other, highlighting the cultural and religious influences of the time.
