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Drachm - Antaios 125 BC - 88 BC
| Silver | 2.81 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 125 BC - 88 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Rhodian plintophoric drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.81 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#425707 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Magistrate name above; Ρ - Ο on either side of rose with bud to right; below to left, kantharos; all within shallow square incuse.
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 goddess Athena on one side and a rose on the other. This coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city-state of Rhodes during the 2nd century BC.
