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Drachm - Homeros 336 BC - 311 BC
| Silver | 2.40 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Abdera (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 336 BC - 311 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.40 g |
| Diameter | 15.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#170575 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laureate head of Apollo in linear square and the name of the magistrate around.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΠΙ ΟΜ ΗΡ ΟΥ
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Abdera (Thrace) featuring Homeros (Homer) is a rare and valuable coin, with only a few examples known to exist. It is believed to have been minted in the 4th century BC, during the reign of King Lysimachus, who ruled over a vast territory that included Thrace, Asia Minor, and parts of Greece. The coin's design features a portrait of Homer on one side and a depiction of the mythical creature, the Chimera, on the other. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it highly sought after by collectors and historians.
![Drachm - Pytho[...] 336 BC - 311 BC front](/storage/images/Drachm-Pytho_170574_1.webp)
![Drachm - Pytho[...] 336 BC - 311 BC back](/storage/images/Drachm-Pytho_170574_2.webp)