Tetartemorion 455 BC - 375 BC
| Silver | 0.15 g | 6 mm |
| Issuer | Pantikapaion (Taurica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 455 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | Tetartemorion (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.15 g |
| Diameter | 6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#411806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square with A-Π-O-Λ in quarters.
Script: Greek
Lettering: A-Π-O-Λ
Comment
Notes from CNG :
This coin is part of a multi-denominational series of coins struck at Pantikapaion in the early 4th century BC. Based on the legend, numismatists once attributed these to a city of Apollonia in the Bosporos, but later research has shown that these are likely issues of Pantikapaion that are associated with that city’s famous temple of Apollo Prostates. All of these issues have parallel types in the coinage signed with the ethnic of Pantikapaion.
Dates 455 - 450 according to Anokhin and 400 - 375 according to MacDonald.
Interesting fact
The Tetartemorion coin from Pantikapaion (Taurica) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and Scythian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a stylized head of the Scythian goddess Aphrodite, while the reverse side features a traditional Greek motif of a grapevine and a wine amphora. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the rich cultural exchange that took place in the region during the 4th century BC.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (455 BC - 375 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetartemorion (455 BC - 375 BC) coin.
