Drachm (Simmering and Réte Type) (100 BC - 1 BC) front Drachm (Simmering and Réte Type) (100 BC - 1 BC) back
Drachm (Simmering and Réte Type) (100 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Drachm Simmering and Réte Type 100 BC - 1 BC

 
Silver 2.20 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Boii of Southwestern Slovakia
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100 BC - 1 BC
Value
1 Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.20 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#191678
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stylised horse to left.

Comment

Area of Bratislava.

Examples of this type:

Example #1 (2.20g, 12mm, 5h; Good Very Fine) - In main image:
◦ Ex-Hermann Lanz Collection; published in Kostial #852;
◦ Auctioned by Numismatik Lanz München, Auction 28, 7 May 1984, lot 33.

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Boii of Southwestern Slovakia, made of silver and weighing 2.20g, is interesting because it features a unique blend of Celtic and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a Celtic warrior, while the reverse side features the image of a Greek goddess, highlighting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during this time period.