© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Drachm - Xenophantos 188 BC - 170 BC
| Silver | 2.89 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 188 BC - 170 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Rhodian plintophoric drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.89 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#405641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rose with bud to right; magistrate name above, below to left, ram's head on caduceus; all within shallow square incuse
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΞΕΝΟΦΑΝΤΟΣ
P O
Translation:
Xenophantos
PO = Rhodes
Comment
"Plinthophoric" issue. See this article explaining the series https://www.cngcoins.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=417
Interesting fact
The Drachm - Xenophantos coin from Rhodes features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a rose with four petals and a central pellet. This design was used as a symbol of the city of Rhodes and was meant to signify the island's wealth and prosperity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (188 BC - 170 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Drachm - Xenophantos (188 BC - 170 BC) coin.
