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Drachm Olympos 100 BC - 88 BC
| Silver | 2.54 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Olympos (Lycia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 88 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 | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#154932 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
City name above, Kithara (Lyre) in the middle, palm branch to the left, trophy the right. All within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΟΛΥΜΠΗ
Unabridged legend: Oλυμπος
Translation: Olympos
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of Apollo, the Greek god of the sun, music, poetry, and prophecy. The reverse (back) side of the coin depicts a lyre, which was a symbol of Apollo and represented music and poetry. The coin's design was meant to highlight the city of Olympos' cultural and religious ties to ancient Greece.