Drachm - Antaios (125 BC - 88 BC) front Drachm - Antaios (125 BC - 88 BC) back
Drachm - Antaios (125 BC - 88 BC) photo
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Drachm - Antaios 125 BC - 88 BC

 
Silver 2.84 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
125 BC - 88 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Rhodian plintophoric drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.84 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#396753
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rose with tendril and bud to left; above magistrate name; below right, rising sun.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΝΤΑΙΟΣ
Ρ - Ο

Translation:
Antaios
Rhodes

Comment

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

Interesting fact

The Drachm - Antaios coin from Rhodes features a unique design, with the obverse side bearing the image of a rose, which was a symbol of the island of Rhodes.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (125 BC - 88 BC)  - - - - - -

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