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Drachm Herakleos - Aristomachos 230 BC - 150 BC
| Silver | 3.2 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Dyrrachion (Illyria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 230 BC - 150 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.2 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#321730 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Double stellate pattern surrounded by lettering.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΔYΡ
AΡIΣ TOMA XOY
Translation:
Dyrrhachium
Aristomachos
Comment
Reference: Meier # 133 var.Interesting fact
The Drachm coin , which was minted in Dyrrachion (Illyria) between 230 BC and 150 BC, features an image of the Greek hero Herakles (Hercules) on one side and Aristomachos, a legendary king of Illyria, on the other. This coin was made of silver and weighed 3.2 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The fact that it features two prominent figures from Greek mythology and Illyrian history makes it a unique and interesting artifact from the ancient world.
