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Hemidrachm - Thrasymenes 170 BC - 150 BC
| Silver | 1.42 g | 13.0 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 170 BC - 150 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Rhodian plintophoric drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.42 g |
| Diameter | 13.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#421910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Magistrate name above; Ρ / Ο on either side of rose with bud to right and T; below to left, sun; all within shallow square incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΘPAΣYMENHΣ
P O
T
Translation:
Thrasymenes
Rhodes
Comment
"Plinthophoric" issue. See this article explaining the series https://www.cngcoins.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=417
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm - Thrasymenes coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Rhodes during the 2nd century BC. Despite its small size, the coin was made of silver, which gave it significant value in the ancient economy. The coin's design features the image of a rose, which was a symbol of the city of Rhodes and represented its wealth and prosperity. The coin's minting process was quite advanced for its time, with the use of a die to create the coin's design and a careful weighing process to ensure its accuracy. Overall, the Hemidrachm - Thrasymenes coin is a fascinating piece of history that provides insight into the economic and cultural practices of ancient Rhodes.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (170 BC - 150 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemidrachm - Thrasymenes (170 BC - 150 BC) coin.
