© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Tetradrachm 168 BC - 148 BC
| Silver | 16.69 g | - |
| Issuer | Thasos (Thracian Islands) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 168 BC - 148 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.69 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182805 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Herakles standing left, nude but for lion skin over his shoulder and left arm.He is resting his right hand on club and to his left, Μ
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΗΡΑΚΛΕΟΥΣ
ΣΩΤΗΡΟΣ
ΘΑΣΙΩΝ
Μ
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a shield with the letter "θ" (theta) and a spear, which symbolizes the island's military strength and its connection to the Greek city-state of Athens.
