© Cuthwellis
© Cuthwellis
Drachm Arabia Felix 300 BC - 200 BC
| Silver | 5.23 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Sabaean Kingdom (Southern Arabia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 200 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Unit (ca. 400 – 150 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.23 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#234915 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Owl standing right, head facing, olive sprig and crescent behind, crescent before.
Script: Greek
Edge
Plain
Comment
Further reference: BMC Arabia pg. 45, 1 var. (no crescent).Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Sabaean Kingdom's Drachm coin is that it features an inscription in the ancient South Arabian script, which was used by the Sabaeans and other ancient Yemeni cultures. The inscription on the coin includes the name of the king who issued it, 'Arab', as well as the name of the kingdom, 'Sabaea'. This inscription provides valuable information to historians and numismatists about the political and cultural practices of the Sabaean Kingdom during this time period.
