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© Nomos AG
Drachm - Eukles 202 BC - 133 BC
| Silver | 4.03 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | Ephesos (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 202 BC - 133 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.03 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#186876 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Stag standing right. Behind, palm tree and to right, EΥKΛHΣ
Script: Greek
Lettering: EΥKΛHΣ
Interesting fact
The Drachm - Eukles coin from Ephesos (Ionia) was used as a form of currency during the Hellenistic period, and its design features the image of a bee on one side and the mythical creature, the Eukles, on the other. The bee was a symbol of the city of Ephesos, while the Eukles represented the ruling dynasty of the Attalid kingdom. This coin is a unique example of how ancient cities used their currency as a means of expressing their cultural and political identity.
