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 15.76 g 33 mm
Description
Issuer
Tenedos (Troad)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100 BC - 70 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
15.76 g
Diameter
33 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#432233
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Double axe; below, to left, monogram of ΓΑΥ and bunch of grapes; below, to right, owl standing left, head facing front.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΤΕΝΕΔΙΩΝ
ΓΑΥ

Interesting fact

The Tetradrachm coin from Tenedos (Troad) features a unique design on its reverse side, which depicts a mythical creature called the "Tenedos Lion." This creature is a lion-like animal with a distinctive mane and a raised paw, and it is believed to be a symbol of the city's power and strength. The Tenedos Lion is not found on any other coins from the same period, making it a truly distinctive feature of this particular coin.

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.