© Fred Cherrygarden
© Fred Cherrygarden
Drachm - Nikephoros 88 BC - 84 BC
| Silver | 2.2 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 88 BC - 84 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Rhodian plintophoric drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.2 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#248208 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Rose with bud to right, name of magistrate above, hand holding grain ear to lower right, all within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΝΙΚΗΦΟΡΟΣ
P O
Translation:
Nicephoros
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 featuring Nikephoros from Rhodes is interesting because it is one of the earliest coins to depict a real person, rather than a mythical figure or deity. This coin was minted during Nikephoros' reign as ruler of Rhodes, and it is believed to be one of the first coins to feature a portrait of a living person. This innovation in coin design was a significant departure from the traditional depictions of gods and goddesses on coins and marked a new trend in numismatics.
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 - Nikephoros (88 BC - 84 BC) coin.
