Tetradrachm (100 BC - 70 BC) front Tetradrachm (100 BC - 70 BC) back
Tetradrachm (100 BC - 70 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm 100 BC - 70 BC

 
Silver 16.52 g 30.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Tenedos (Troad)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100 BC - 70 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
16.52 g
Diameter
30.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#389018
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Double headed axe (Labrys) in the centre and below it, on the left a monogram and a bunch of grapes and on the right Eros right, holding wreath. Inscription above. All within laurel wreath.

Script: Greek

Lettering: TENEΔIΩN

Interesting fact

The Tetradrachm coin from Tenedos (Troad) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a mythological scene of a nereid (sea nymph) riding a sea monster, known as a hippocamp. This design was a distinctive feature of coins from Tenedos and was used to represent the city's maritime culture and connections to the sea.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (100 BC - 70 BC)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm (100 BC - 70 BC) coin.