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Drachm 180 BC - 140 BC
| Silver | 1.91 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mylasa (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 180 BC - 140 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.91 g |
| Diameter | 15.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#150564 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rose with bud to left. To the left, the letter G above a monogram. To the right, the letters O above E.
Comment
Ashton, Mylasa, 308-313.
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Mylasa (Caria) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Mylasa during the Hellenistic period, which was a time of significant cultural and economic exchange between different regions of the Mediterranean. The coin's design features an image of the mythical creature, the Griffin, which was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek mythology. The use of the Griffin on the coin may have been intended to convey the city's values of strength, protection, and prosperity.
