Drachm - Anaxilas (494 BC - 461 BC) front Drachm - Anaxilas (494 BC - 461 BC) back
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Drachm - Anaxilas 494 BC - 461 BC

 
Silver 5.58 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhegion (Bruttium)
Tyrant
Anaxilas II (494 BC - 476 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
494 BC - 461 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.58 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#384827
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of a calf to left.

Script: Greek

Lettering: И-O-IƆ-ƎЯ

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Rhegion (Bruttium) featuring Anaxilas (494 BC - 461 BC) is notable for its unique design. One side of the coin depicts a lion's head, while the other side features a wheel with eight spokes. This wheel design is believed to represent the eight towns that made up the ancient Greek city-state of Rhegion. This coin is a rare example of a coin that combines both animal and geometric motifs, making it a fascinating piece of numismatic history.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (494 BC - 461 BC)  - - - - - -

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