© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tetradrachm 100 BC - 80 BC
| Silver | 14.17 g | - |
| Issuer | Kydonia (Crete (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 100 BC - 80 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.17 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#388762 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diktynna standing facing, head left, holding a torch in her left hand; a hound sits at her feet. All within laurel-wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering: KY – ΔΩ / NIA – TA / N
Comment
McClean 7090 and pl. 239, 10.
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a shield with a serpent wrapped around it, symbolizing the mythical creature Opheltes. This imagery suggests that the coin was minted during a time when Crete was heavily influenced by Greek culture and mythology.
