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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Didrachm - Gorgos 205 BC - 200 BC
| Silver | 4.70 g | - |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Period | Cretan War (205 BC - 200 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 205 BC - 200 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (2) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.70 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Countermarked, Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#427410 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rose with bud to right; ΓΟΡΓΟΣ above, star to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΓΟΡΓΟΣ
Ρ Ο
Comment
Ashton, Crete 1; SNG Keckman -.
Ashton argues that this issue was likely struck by Rhodian commanders during the Cretan war (see Ashton, Clubs, pp. 77-78).
Interesting fact
The Didrachm - Gorgos coin from Rhodes is interesting because it features a unique design, with the head of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a rose on the other. This coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and is now considered a valuable collector's item.
