© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm - Herakleides, Eukles... and Askle... 106 BC - 105 BC
| Silver | 16.38 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Athens (Attica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 106 BC - 105 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.38 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#431275 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Owl standing right on amphora, head facing; magistrates’ names in fields; in right field, winged Tyche standing left, holding uncertain object over amphora and cradling cornucopia; B on amphora, ΣO below; all within wreath.
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of three gods on its obverse side: Herakles, Eukles, and Asklepios. This is unusual because typically, coins of that era featured only one or two deities. The presence of three gods on this coin suggests that it may have been minted to commemorate a significant event or to promote the worship of these deities in Athens during that time period.
