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Drachm Damastion Type 400 BC - 301 BC
| Silver | 4.43 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Eastern European Celts (Uncertain Central and Eastern European Celts) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 301 BC |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.43 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#194943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stylised tripod; sword to left, small tripo (?) to right.
Comment
Examples of this type:• Example #1 (4.43g, 21mm, 12h, Extremely Fine) - in main image:
◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Michaela Kostial - "Kelten im Osten. Gold und Silber der Kelten in Mittel und Osteuropa, Sammlung Lanz", München, 1997, #1011;
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 262. Sold for1,200 GBP.
◦ Auctioned by Numismatik Lanz München, Auction 34, 25 November 1985, lot 31.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Drachm (Damastion Type) coin is that it features a unique blend of ancient Greek and Celtic design elements. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a stylized head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side features a Celtic-style horse and rider motif. This fusion of artistic styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between the ancient Greeks and Celts during this time period.
