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Tetradrachm Wangenschnecke Type 250 BC - 201 BC
| Silver | 13.02 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Dacians of Transylvania |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 250 BC - 201 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.02 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#188614 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Rider on horseback right, left arm raised.
Comment
Dacian Plain region, "Wangenschnecke" (Cheek snake) type.Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm (Wangenschnecke Type) coin from the Dacians of Transylvania, made of silver and weighing 13.02g, features a unique design on its reverse side. It depicts a stylized bust of a Dacian king, with a distinctive hairstyle and a torque (a type of necklace) around his neck. This design element is a nod to the Dacian culture and highlights the coin's origins.
