Didrachm - Onasandros (205 BC - 190 BC) front Didrachm - Onasandros (205 BC - 190 BC) back
Didrachm - Onasandros (205 BC - 190 BC) photo
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Didrachm - Onasandros 205 BC - 190 BC

 
Silver 6.32 g 20.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
205 BC - 190 BC
Value
Didrachm (2)
Currency
Chian-Rhodian drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.32 g
Diameter
20.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#397776
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rose with bud to right; magistrate name above; to left, eagle standing right on thunderbolt.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ONAΣANΔPOΣ
P O

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of Onasandros, the ruler of Rhodes, while the reverse (back) side features a rose, which was a symbol of the island of Rhodes. The coin's design was meant to showcase the wealth and power of Rhodes, which was a major trading center in the ancient Greek world.

Price

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

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