Didrachm - Aetion (205 BC - 190 BC) front Didrachm - Aetion (205 BC - 190 BC) back
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Didrachm - Aetion 205 BC - 190 BC

 
Silver 6.26 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
205 BC - 190 BC
Value
Didrachm (2)
Currency
Chian-Rhodian drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.26 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#425545
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rose with bud to right; filleted thyrsos to left, magistrate name above.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΕΤΙΩΝ
P O

Comment

SNG Keckman -; Karl -; SNG von Aulock -; SNG Copenhagen -; SNG München -.

Interesting fact

The Didrachm - Aetion coin from Rhodes is interesting because it features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a rose with six petals, which was a symbol of the island of Rhodes and its wealth.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (205 BC - 190 BC)  - - - - - -

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