© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetartemorion - 91st-94th Olympiad 416 BC - 404 BC
| Silver | 0.22 g | 8.0 mm |
| Issuer | Olympia (Elis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 416 BC - 404 BC |
| Value | 1 Tetartemorion = ¼ Obol = 1⁄24 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.22 g |
| Diameter | 8.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#177401 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Grain ear with F A across field
Script: Greek
Lettering: F A
Comment
BCD Olympia -; BCD Peloponnesos -; BCD Peloponnesos II -; SNG Copenhagen -; BMC -, apparently unpublished.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetartemorion coin is that it features the image of a dolphin on its reverse side, which was a symbol of the ancient Olympic Games. The dolphin was associated with the sea god Poseidon, who was believed to have founded the Games. The inclusion of the dolphin on the coin may have been a way to emphasize the connection between the Games and the divine.
