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Drachm - Kallixeinos 88 BC - 84 BC
| Silver | 2.20 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 88 BC - 84 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Rhodian plintophoric drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.20 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#405401 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rose with bud to right, kerykion (caduceus) to left, name of magistrate above, all within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΑΛΛΙΞΕΙΝΟΣ
P O
Translation:
Kallixeinos
P O = Rhodes
Comment
"Plinthophoric" issue. See this article explaining the series https://www.cngcoins.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=417
Interesting fact
The Drachm - Kallixeinos coin from Rhodes, which was minted between 88 BC and 84 BC, features an image of a rose on its reverse side. This image was not just a decorative element, but it also had a specific meaning. In ancient Greece, roses were associated with the goddess Aphrodite, who was revered as the patron deity of Rhodes. The inclusion of the rose on the coin was a way to express the island's cultural and religious identity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (88 BC - 84 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Drachm - Kallixeinos (88 BC - 84 BC) coin.
