Drachm - Simias and Autoboulos (229 BC - 100 BC) front Drachm - Simias and Autoboulos (229 BC - 100 BC) back
Drachm - Simias and Autoboulos (229 BC - 100 BC) photo

Drachm - Simias and Autoboulos 229 BC - 100 BC

 
Silver 3.3 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Apollonia (Illyria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
229 BC - 100 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.3 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#330126
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Double stellate pattern; linear border.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΠΟΛ ΑΥΤΟ ΒΟΥ ΛΟΥ

Unabridged legend:
Απολλωνια
Αυτοβουλου

Translation:
Apollonia
Autoboulos

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Drachm - Simias and Autoboulos (229 BC - 100 BC) from Apollonia (Illyria) made of Silver weighing 3.3 g is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Illyrian elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the head of the Greek goddess Artemis, while the reverse side features a representation of an Illyrian warrior, highlighting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred in the region during that time period.