Drachm - Amphias & Themistokles (250 BC - 168 BC) front Drachm - Amphias & Themistokles (250 BC - 168 BC) back
Drachm - Amphias & Themistokles (250 BC - 168 BC) photo
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Drachm - Amphias & Themistokles 250 BC - 168 BC

 
Silver 3.3 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Apollonia (Illyria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
250 BC - 168 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.3 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#399792
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Double stellar pattern in square.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
AΠOΛ
ΘEMIΣ TOKΛE OΣ

Translation:
Apollonia
Themistokles

Comment

P&G 22.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features two prominent figures from ancient Greek history, Amphias and Themistokles, who were known for their bravery and leadership during the Persian Wars.