Æ (88 BC - 55 BC) front Æ (88 BC - 55 BC) back
Æ (88 BC - 55 BC) photo
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Æ 88 BC - 55 BC

 
Bronze 15.94 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
88 BC - 55 BC
Value
Diobol (⅓)
Currency
Rhodian drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
15.94 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#426179
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ρ / Ο on either side of a rose; in left field, akrostolion; in right field, palm-branch; dotted border.

Script: Greek

Lettering: P O

Translation: Rhodos

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a rose, which was a symbol of the island of Rhodes. This coin was used as a form of currency during the Roman Republic and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.