© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Oktobol - Pyrrhos 297 BC - 272 BC
| Silver | 5.77 g | 21 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 | 5.77 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#197018 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena Alkidemos advancing left, brandishing spear in right hand and holding shield aloft in left, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ to right, ΠΥΡΡΟΥ to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΠΥΡΡΟΥ
Comment
The coin in the main image (5.77g, 21mm, 1h, Good Very Fine):◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVII, 28 March 2019, Lot 379. Sold for 950 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, earning him the nickname "The Eagle of Epeiros." This coin, which features an eagle on one side and Pyrrhos' name on the other, may have been minted to commemorate his military successes.