Tetradrachm (200 BC - 150 BC) front Tetradrachm (200 BC - 150 BC) back
Tetradrachm (200 BC - 150 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm 200 BC - 150 BC

 
Silver 16.61 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Knidos (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 150 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
16.61 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#150054
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Artemis Hyakinthotrophos standing facing, head left, holding phiale in extended right hand, her left arm resting on the statue of an archaic deity with a sheathed body and wearing a polos. To the lower left, forepart of a stag standing left, upon which drips liquid from Artemis’ phiale. Inscription to the right.

Script: Greek

Lettering: KИIΔIOИ

Comment

Le Rider 1979, pl. 18.

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Hera, while the reverse (back) side depicts a mythical creature called the Griffin. The Griffin is a creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, and it was believed to be a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek culture.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (200 BC - 150 BC)  - - - - - -

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