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Drachm - Damokrines 205 BC - 190 BC
| Silver | 2.7 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 205 BC - 190 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 1.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#325441 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Rose of Rhodes, magistrate name above, helmet to left, small stemmed bud to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΔAMOKPINHΣ
P O
Translation:
Damokrines
Rhodes
Interesting fact
The Drachm - Damokrines coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city-state of Rhodes, during the 3rd century BC. The coin features an image of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a rose on the other, symbolizing the island's rich agriculture and maritime trade. Despite its small size, the coin played a significant role in the economy of Rhodes, facilitating trade and commerce within the city-state and beyond.
