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Stater - Polyxenos and Eukolos 44 BC - 40 BC
| Silver | 6.07 g | - |
| Issuer | Thessalian League (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 44 BC - 40 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.07 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#171469 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Athena Itonia striding right, hurling spear with her right hand and extending shield in her left. Above spear, ΠΟΛΥ-ΞΕΝΟΥ and in exergue, ΕΥΚΟΛΟΣ
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘΕΣΣΑ
ΛΩΝ
ΠΟΛΥ ΞΕΝΟΥ
ΕΥΚΟΛΟΣ
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of Polyxenos, while the reverse (back) side features a portrait of Eukolos. This is a unique feature of this coin, as it's not common to see two people depicted on opposite sides of a coin. Additionally, the fact that they are both depicted with laurel wreaths on their heads suggests that they were both considered important figures in Thessalian society.