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Drachm - Ktetos 160 BC - 140 BC
| Silver | 2.54 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kaunos (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 160 BC - 140 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.54 g |
| Diameter | 15.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#147785 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged thunderbolt, name of the magistrate above and cornucopia to the lower left
Script: Greek
Lettering:
KTH TOΣ
K A
Interesting fact
The Drachm - Ktetos coin from Kaunos (Caria) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bearded king, possibly King Ktetos himself, wearing a Persian-style crown, while the reverse side shows a seated Apollo, a common deity in Greek mythology. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the complex history of the region, which was influenced by both Greek and Persian empires at the time.