Tetartemorion (450 BC - 400 BC) front Tetartemorion (450 BC - 400 BC) back
Tetartemorion (450 BC - 400 BC) photo
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Tetartemorion 450 BC - 400 BC

 
Silver 0.15 g 6.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Greek city (Greece (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
450 BC - 400 BC
Value
1 Tetartemorion = ¼ Obol = 1⁄24 Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.15 g
Diameter
6.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#181376
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Female head right, with hair in sphendone and earrings

Comment

Göktürk 63

Interesting fact

The Tetartemorion coin was used in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC, and its design featured the image of a mythical creature called the "Tetartemorion," which was a creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. This coin was considered a rare and valuable currency during its time, and its unique design made it stand out among other coins in circulation.