© CGB
© CGB
Drachm - various magistrates 229 BC - 100 BC
| Silver | 2.95 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Apollonia (Illyria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 229 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.95 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#26646 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 73% |
Reverse
Words around double stellate patterna
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΠΟΛ
ΘΕ ΟΦΙ ΛΟΥ
Unabridged legend:
Aπολλωνία
Θεοφλος
Translation:
Apollonia
Theophilus
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Apollonia (Illyria) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city-state of Apollonia, which was located in present-day Albania. The coin features an image of a magistrate on one side and the Greek god Apollo on the other, who was the patron deity of the city. The use of this coin as a form of currency highlights the importance of trade and commerce in the ancient Greek world, and how it facilitated the exchange of goods and services across different city-states.
