© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Oktobol - Pyrrhos 297 BC - 272 BC
| Silver | 5.63 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kings of Epeiros |
|---|---|
| King | Pyrrhus I (307-302 BC, 297-272 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 297 BC - 272 BC |
| Value | Octobol (4⁄3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.63 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#197017 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena Alkidemos advancing left, brandishing spear in right hand and holding shield aloft in left, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ and cornucopiae to right, ΠΥΡΡΟΥ and thunderbolt to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΠΥΡΡΟΥ
Comment
The coin in the main image (5.63g, 20mm, 5h, Very Fine):◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 378. Sold for 1,200 GBP;
Interesting fact
The Oktobol - Pyrrhos coin was minted during the reign of King Pyrrhos of Epeiros, who was known for his military campaigns against the Roman Republic. Despite being vastly outnumbered, Pyrrhos was able to achieve several victories against the Romans, including the Battle of Heraclea in 280 BC. The coin's design, which features a portrait of Pyrrhos on one side and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other, reflects the cultural and political influences of the time.
