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Tetartemorion 375 BC
375 BC year| Silver | 0.2 g | 5 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Carian city |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 375 BC |
| Value | Tetartemorion (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.2 g |
| Diameter | 5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#54261 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Lion protome on the left, with an inverted paw below.
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
The Tetartemorion coin from an Uncertain Carian city, minted in 375 BC, is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side bears a Greek-style head of Apollo, while the reverse side features a Persian-style seated figure of a king, possibly representing the Carian satrap (governor) who issued the coin. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex political and cultural dynamics of the ancient Near East during the Hellenistic period.
