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Drachm 350 BC - 300 BC
| Silver | 5.62 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Tyra (Skythia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.62 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#427763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull butting to left, his head lowered and partially facing; below, ΝΕΥ.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
TYPANON
ΝΕΥ
Comment
SNG BM Black Sea –. SNG Pushkin –. SNG Stancomb –. Zograph, Tyra, -.
Only 7 specimens of this variety are known, of which 4 are in museums.
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Tyra (Skythia) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city-state of Tyra, which was located in the region of Skythia, modern-day Ukraine. The coin features an image of a mythical creature called a Griffin, which was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek mythology. The Griffin was often depicted as a creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, and it was believed to have the power to guard treasure and riches. The use of the Griffin image on the coin may have been intended to convey the idea that the coin was a valuable and protected form of currency.
