Drachm - Basileides (84 BC - 30 BC) front Drachm - Basileides (84 BC - 30 BC) back
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Drachm - Basileides 84 BC - 30 BC

 
Silver 4.12 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
84 BC - 30 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Attic drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.12 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#425446
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rose seen from above; magistrate name above, grain ear below.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΔΗΣ

Comment

Pozzi 2723.

Interesting fact

The Drachm - Basileides coin from Rhodes, which was minted during the reign of Basileides (84 BC - 30 BC), features a unique design on its obverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a deity or a mythological figure, the coin features a portrait of Basileides himself, making it one of the earliest examples of a coin featuring a real person. This design choice was a departure from the traditional coinage designs of the time and signifies the importance of Basileides as a ruler.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
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