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Drachm - Eumenes 190 BC - 170 BC
| Silver | 3.06 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 190 BC - 170 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Rhodian plintophoric drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.06 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#405631 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rose with one bud to right; name of magistrate above, in left field, harpa; all within shallow square incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΕΥΜΕΝΗΣ
P O
Translation:
Eumenes
P O = Rhodes
Comment
"Plinthophoric" issue. See this article explaining the series https://www.cngcoins.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=417
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Rhodes featuring Eumenes (190 BC - 170 BC) is notable for its unique design, which depicts a radiate head of the god Helios on the obverse, and a rose on the reverse. This design was chosen to symbolize the island's rich agricultural resources and its association with the cult of Helios, who was revered as the patron deity of Rhodes.
