© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Didrachm - Nikos 225 BC - 150 BC
| Silver | 7.77 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | Naxos (Cyclades) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 225 BC - 150 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.77 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#146241 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Garlanded crater, with the name of the city above it and he name of the magistrate on the left and a filleted thyrsos to the right
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΝΑΞΙ
ΝΙΚΟΣ
Comment
Cf. Nicolet-Pierre, Cratérophores 7-8 (drachm), cf. SNG Copenhagen 710.
Interesting fact
The Didrachm - Nikos coin features a unique combination of two different animal symbols on its obverse and reverse sides. The obverse side depicts a lion's head, while the reverse side features a dolphin. This combination of a land animal and a sea creature may have been intended to represent the island of Naxos' strategic location in the Aegean Sea, as well as its connection to the Greek mainland.
