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Tetartemorion 400 BC - 332 BC

 
Silver 0.18 g 5.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Achaemenid Empire (Achaemenid Empire (559 BC - 330 BC))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 332 BC
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.18 g
Diameter
5.9 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#432355
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Helmeted head of Athena left within incuse circle.

Comment

Troxell & Kagan 12.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tetartemorion coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the Achaemenid Empire, which at its peak was the largest empire the world had ever seen, spanning across three continents and including much of the ancient Near East. Despite its small weight, the coin played a significant role in facilitating trade and commerce within the empire.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (400 BC - 332 BC)  - - - - - -

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