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Drachm - Laodicea ad Mare Helios and Artemis
| Bronze | 7.12 g | 20.5 mm |
| Issuer | Laodicea ad Mare (Syria) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 25-26 |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.12 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Thickness | 3.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#150765 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Standing figure of Artemis with sceptre, various letters
Lettering: ΙΟΥΛΙΕΩΝ ΤΩΝ ΚΑΙ ΛΑΟΔΙΚΕΩΝ, ΔΗ
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Laodicea ad Mare (Syria) featuring Helios and Artemis is notable for its unique design, which showcases the twin gods standing together on the obverse side, with Helios holding a radiate crown and Artemis holding a bow and arrow. This design is a rare representation of the twin gods in such a configuration, making it a valuable addition to any coin collection.