Drachm - Leon (250 BC - 190 BC) front Drachm - Leon (250 BC - 190 BC) back
Drachm - Leon (250 BC - 190 BC) photo
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Drachm - Leon 250 BC - 190 BC

 
Silver 5.41 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Iasos (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
250 BC - 190 BC
Value
Siglos (1)
Currency
Persian siglos
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.41 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#400651
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Boy holding on to dolphin swimming right; below, magistrate name.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΙΑ
ΛEΩN

Comment

Ashton 2007, p. 55, 9 (var.).

Interesting fact

The Drachm - Leon coin from Iasos (Caria) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a lion's head with its mouth open, surrounded by a wreath. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage, symbolizing the power and strength of the city-state of Iasos. The use of silver in the coin's composition also signifies the value and wealth of the city-state during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (250 BC - 190 BC)  - - - - - -

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