Drachm - Herakleitos (202 BC - 150 BC) front Drachm - Herakleitos (202 BC - 150 BC) back
Drachm - Herakleitos (202 BC - 150 BC) photo
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Drachm - Herakleitos 202 BC - 150 BC

 
Silver 4.21 g 19.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Ephesos (Ionia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
202 BC - 150 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.21 g
Diameter
19.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#192362
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stag standing right and behind, palm tree

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΗΡΑΚΛΕΙΤΟΣ

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin featuring Herakleitos from Ephesos (Ionia) is notable for its unique design, which depicts the ancient Greek philosopher with a lion's head on the obverse side. This design was meant to symbolize Herakleitos' belief in the unity of opposites, as the lion was considered a symbol of strength and power, while Herakleitos was known for his philosophical ideas about the interconnectedness of all things.