Drachm (216 BC - 214 BC) front Drachm (216 BC - 214 BC) back
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Drachm 216 BC - 214 BC

 
Silver 4.30 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Brettii (Bruttium)
Period
Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
216 BC - 214 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Attic drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.30 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#424035
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Zeus standing left, right foot on ionic capital, holding scepter; to left, eagle on thunderbolt left; eagle carrying wreath left or eagle on caduceus left; sometimes, tiny Γ.

Script: Greek

Lettering: BPETTIΩN

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Brettii (Bruttium) was used as a form of currency during the 3rd century BC, and its design featured the image of a bull, which was a symbol of strength and prosperity in ancient Greek culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (216 BC - 214 BC)  - - - - - -

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