Drachm - Artemon (Isis crown above Δ) (170 BC - 150 BC) front Drachm - Artemon (Isis crown above Δ) (170 BC - 150 BC) back
Drachm - Artemon (Isis crown above Δ) (170 BC - 150 BC) photo
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Drachm - Artemon Isis crown above Δ 170 BC - 150 BC

 
Silver 2.82 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
170 BC - 150 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Rhodian plintophoric drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.82 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#406871
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rose with bud to right; above magistrate name; below to left, Isis crow; all within shallow incuse square

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΡΤΕΜΩΝ
Ρ - Ο
Δ - Ι

Translation:
Artemon
Rhodes

Comment

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

Interesting fact

The Drachm - Artemon coin from Rhodes featuring an Isis crown above the letter Δ is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's estimated that only around 200 of these coins exist today, making it a highly sought-after piece for numismatists.