Didrachm - Herasikles (275 BC - 250 BC) front Didrachm - Herasikles (275 BC - 250 BC) back
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Didrachm - Herasikles 275 BC - 250 BC

 
Silver 6.76 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
275 BC - 250 BC
Value
Didrachm (2)
Currency
Chian-Rhodian drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.76 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#419351
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Magistrate name above rose with bud to right; helmet in left field; Ρ / Ο on either side of the stem.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΕΡΑΣΙΚΛΗΣ

Translation: Herasikles

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of Hercules, the mythical hero, while the reverse (back) side depicts a rose, which was a symbol of the island of Rhodes. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during the Hellenistic period and was widely traded in the Mediterranean region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (275 BC - 250 BC)  - - - - - -

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