Drachm - Philon (88 BC - 84 BC) front Drachm - Philon (88 BC - 84 BC) back
Drachm - Philon (88 BC - 84 BC) photo
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Drachm - Philon 88 BC - 84 BC

 
Silver 2.2 g 16 mm
Description
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
16 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#370903
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Rose of Rhodes with bud to lower right, Magistrate name above, all in incused square

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΦIΛΩN
P O

Translation:
Philon
Rhodes

Comment

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

Interesting fact

The Drachm - Philon coin from Rhodes, which was minted between 88 BC and 84 BC, features an image of a rose on its reverse side. This design was a symbol of the island of Rhodes and was used on many of its coins during that time period.

Price

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

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