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Drachm - Kritokles 84 BC - 30 BC
| Silver | 4.13 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 84 BC - 30 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Attic drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.13 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#426193 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Full-blown rose viewed from above; Ρ / Ο on either side; around, magistrate name; below, grain ear; dotted border.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΡΙΤΟΚΛΗΣ
Ρ Ο
Interesting fact
The Drachm - Kritokles coin from Rhodes, which was minted between 84 BC and 30 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 honor Aphrodite and highlight the island's cultural and religious connections to the goddess.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (84 BC - 30 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Drachm - Kritokles (84 BC - 30 BC) coin.
