© CGB
© CGB
Tetartemorion 510 BC - 494 BC
| Silver | 0.2 g | 6 mm |
| Issuer | Miletos (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 510 BC - 494 BC |
| Value | Tetartemorion (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.2 g |
| Diameter | 6 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#206443 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Eagle standing left within incuse square
Comment
SNG Tubingen 3001.
Interesting fact
The Tetartemorion coin from Miletos (Ionia) is interesting because it features a unique blend of ancient Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a lion's head, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage, while the reverse side features an inscription in the Old Persian cuneiform script, indicating the coin's weight and purity. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex history of the region during the 6th century BC, when Miletos was under Persian rule.
