Drachm - Mahes (88 BC - 84 BC) front Drachm - Mahes (88 BC - 84 BC) back
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Drachm - Mahes 88 BC - 84 BC

 
Silver 2.64 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
88 BC - 84 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Rhodian plintophoric drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.64 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#412746
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rose with bud to left, name of magistrate above, below to right, Isis crown; all within shallow square incuse.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΜΑΗΣ
P O

Translation:
Mahes
PO = Rhodos

Comment

"Plinthophoric" issue. See this article explaining the series https://www.cngcoins.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=417

Interesting fact

The Drachm - Mahes coin from Rhodes, which was minted between 88 BC and 84 BC, features an image of a stag on its obverse side, which is a unique and interesting feature among ancient Greek coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (88 BC - 84 BC)  - - - - - -

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