Drachm (200 BC - 1 BC) front Drachm (200 BC - 1 BC) back
Drachm (200 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Drachm 200 BC - 1 BC

 
Bronze 7.64 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Lihyanite Kingdom (Northern Arabia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 1 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm (552 – 24 BC)
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.64 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#221546
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Owl standing left, head facing; olive sprig to right.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Lihyanite Kingdom's Drachm coin is that it features an image of a mythical creature called the "Lihyanite Lion," which is a lion with a human head and wings. This unique design reflects the kingdom's cultural and religious beliefs at the time.