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Tetartemorion 450 BC - 400 BC
Silver | 0.15 g | 6.0 mm |
Issuer | Uncertain Greek city (Greece (ancient)) |
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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 |
Numista | N#181376 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Female head right, with hair in sphendone and earrings
Comment
Göktürk 63Interesting 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.