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Silphium, c. 308-277 BC, CYRENAICA, CYRENE, AR Didrachm, NGC VF...

Lost Roman silphium may have been found again, but science is still checking the evidence. #AncientHistory #Archaeobotany #Silphium | History Vault

In ancient Cyrene, a plant called Silphium was an engine of incredible wealth and trade. This valuable botanical treasure was exclusive property, growing only on a narrow strip of land and fueling the entire enterprise of the city. The global market for this plant was immense, making its control a cornerstone of local finance and a rare opportunity for development. The demand was a lesson in unmitigated consumption. For the elite of Rome, it was a priceless investment in health, a key to luxury

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