Tridrachm (167 BC - 166 BC) front Tridrachm (167 BC - 166 BC) back
Tridrachm (167 BC - 166 BC) photo
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Tridrachm 167 BC - 166 BC

 
Silver 11.70 g 28.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Alabanda (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
167 BC - 166 BC
Value
Tridrachm (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
11.70 g
Diameter
28.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#147322
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Pegasus springing right, filleted thyrsos and A (date) below and all within laurel-wreath

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΛΑΒΑΝΔΑ

Comment

Waggoner, New, Series 5; SNG Copenhagen -.

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a shield with the abbreviated name of the city, "ALA", and a spear. This design was common for coins minted in Alabanda during this time period.