© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetartemorion 395 BC - 377 BC
| Silver | 0.22 g | 6.5 mm |
| Issuer | Mylasa (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 395 BC - 377 BC |
| Value | Tetartemorion (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.22 g |
| Diameter | 6.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#150572 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Head of male (Apollo?) facing slightly left.
Comment
Some associate this issue with a Satrap of Caria, a client-king or governor serving the Persian Empire, called Hekatomnos.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetartemorion coin from Mylasa (Caria) is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bearded male head wearing a Persian-style crown, while the reverse side shows a Greek-style owl perched on a branch. This fusion of design elements reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Hellenistic period, when Greek cities like Mylasa were under Persian rule.
