Ancient Greek Coins
Ancient Greek Coins include Hellenic, Hellenistic and city-state coins from across Ancient Greece. Old Greek coins begin in early 6th century B.C. and span roughly 900 years broken into four periods. the Archaic, the Classical, the Hellenistic and the Roman. The ancient money of Greece was minted with gold, silver and bronze. The drachma was one of the world’s earliest coins and are still very collectible.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ancient Greek Coins
Greek coins refer to the extensive array of coinage minted by various city-states, kingdoms, and regions of ancient Greece from around the 6th century BCE until the Roman conquest in the 1st century BCE. These coins are characterized by their diverse designs, which often featured depictions of gods, goddesses, mythological figures, animals, and symbols representing the issuing authority. Among the most renowned Greek coins are the Athenian Tetradrachm, bearing the image of Athena and her owl, the Corinthian Stater featuring Athena and Pegasus, and the Alexander the Great Tetradrachm portraying the conqueror himself alongside Zeus. Other notable examples include the Lydian Stater, Sicilian Decadrachm, Thebes Stater, and Rhodian Didrachm. Greek coins not only served as a medium of exchange but also reflected the artistic and cultural achievements of their respective civilizations, making them invaluable artifacts for understanding ancient Greek history and society.
Greek coins are characterized by their small size, typically ranging from a few millimeters to a couple of centimeters in diameter. They were made predominantly from precious metals such as silver, gold, and occasionally bronze. The obverse side often featured images of gods, goddesses, rulers, or mythological figures, while the reverse side showcased symbols, animals, or objects representing the issuing authority. Greek coins were typically minted using die-struck techniques, resulting in well-defined designs on both sides. These coins played a crucial role in facilitating trade and commerce throughout the ancient Mediterranean world and served as a means of disseminating cultural and political messages through their artistic imagery.
At San Diego Coin and Bullion, you can buy and sell various types of Greek coins, including those minted by ancient Greek city-states such as Athens, Corinth, and Thebes. These coins may feature depictions of gods, goddesses, mythological figures, and symbols representing ancient Greek culture and history. San Diego Coin and Bullion offer a diverse selection of Greek coins, catering to collectors interested in acquiring pieces of ancient numismatic heritage.