Ancient Greek Silver Drachma, Illyrien, Cow/Calf, circa 250-200 BC, Fine

Based on the description of an Illyrian Drachm from Dyrrhachium (approx. 250-200 BC, these coins are generally well-regarded in the numismatic market, often featuring a cow suckling a calf.

A Drachma from Dyrrhachium (modern-day Durrës, Albania) minted between 250 and 200 BC is a popular ancient Greek coin. 

The Coin's Details

• Obverse (Front): Features a cow standing with its head turned back, suckling a calf. This is a fertility symbol originally tied to the Greek island of Euboea. Above or below the cow, it will feature the name of the ancient city's magistrate.
• Reverse (Back): Displays a geometric "double stellate" (star/floral) pattern enclosed in a square, often surrounded by the magistrate's name and the city abbreviation \(\Delta \Upsilon \text{P}\) (DYR).