© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm 405 BC - 399 BC
| Silver | 16.72 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Ainos (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 405 BC - 399 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.72 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#199080 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Goat standing to right, ΑΙΝΙΟΝ above, ear of barley with long stem in right field; all within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΙΝΙΟΝ
Comment
Unpublished type combination, for obverse die see May group 29, 247 (A151) and for reverse barley ear on long stem symbol and AINON legend, cf. May group 39, 324-332.Interesting fact
The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side depicts a stylized image of a lion's head, which was a common motif in ancient Thracian art.
