© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tetradrachm - Demainos 170 BC - 160 BC
| Silver | 15.19 g | - |
| Issuer | Miletos (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 170 BC - 160 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.19 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#398117 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion standing left, looking backwards; in left field, MI ligate and above, star. In exergue, magistrate name.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔΗΜΑΙΝΟΣ
Comment
Traité II, pl. 149, 7; Deppert-Lippitz 75.
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Demainos, who was a prominent citizen of Miletos and a member of the Demos, a political party that advocated for the rights of the common people. The reverse of the coin depicts a lion, which was a symbol of strength and power in ancient Greece. The lion is shown attacking a bull, which represents the power and courage of the people of Miletos. The coin's design was meant to convey the idea that the people of Miletos were strong and powerful, and that they were protected by the democratic ideals that Demainos represented.
