Drachm - Agatharkhos (188 BC - 170 BC) front Drachm - Agatharkhos (188 BC - 170 BC) back
Drachm - Agatharkhos (188 BC - 170 BC) photo
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Drachm - Agatharkhos 188 BC - 170 BC

 
Silver 2.93 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
188 BC - 170 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Rhodian plintophoric drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.93 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#405633
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rose with one bud to right; name of magistrate above, in left field, trident; all within shallow square incuse.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΓΑΘΑΡΧΟΣ
P O

Translation:
Agatharkhos
P O = Rhodes

Comment

"Plinthophoric" issue. See this article explaining the series https://www.cngcoins.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=417

Interesting fact

The Drachm - Agatharkhos coin from Rhodes features a unique design on its reverse side, showcasing a rose surrounded by the Greek letters "Rhodon" (ρόδον), which means "rose" in Greek. This design was a symbol of the island of Rhodes and was used on many of its coins during that time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (188 BC - 170 BC)  - - - - - -

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