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Tetradrachm - Mikion, Euryklei... and Demo... 124 BC - 123 BC
| Silver | 16.62 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Athens (Attica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 124 BC - 123 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.62 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#431265 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Owl standing right, head facing, on amphora; magistrates’ names in fields, the Dioskouroi to right, Θ on amphora, ME below; all within wreath.
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare combination of three names on its obverse side - Mikion, Euryklei, and Demo. This suggests that it may have been issued during a time of political turmoil or power struggle in Athens, as different factions or leaders sought to assert their authority through the minting of coins. The coin's unique design and historical context make it a valuable piece for collectors and historians interested in ancient Greek numismatics.
