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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Drachm - Aristokritos 177 BC - 150 BC
| Silver | 2.97 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 177 BC - 150 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Rhodian plintophoric drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.97 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#427447 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Magistrate namer above; P / O on either side of rose with bud to right; below to left, cornucopia; all within shallow square incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΡΙΣΤΟΚΡΙΤΟΣ
P O
Translation:
Aristokritos
P O = Rhodes
Comment
"Plinthophoric" issue. See this article explaining the series https://www.cngcoins.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=417
Interesting fact
The Drachm - Aristokritos coin from Rhodes features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a rose with six petals, which is a symbol of the island of Rhodes. This design was used on many coins from Rhodes during this time period and has become a recognizable feature of ancient Greek coinage.
