Tetradrachm (260 BC - 240 BC) front Tetradrachm (260 BC - 240 BC) back
Tetradrachm (260 BC - 240 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm 260 BC - 240 BC

 
Silver 13.90 g -
Description
Issuer
Tenos (Cyclades)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
260 BC - 240 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
13.90 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#388166
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Poseidon on throne left, holding dolphin on outstretched right hand and trident in left; in left field, bunch of grapes and below the throne, monogram.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΤΗΝΙΩΝ

Comment

É&A-G 202.3; Gillet 1042 var. (without monogram); F. Imhoof Blumer, Griechischen Münzen, NC 1895, pl. 10, 9.

Interesting fact

The Tetradrachm coin from Tenos (Cyclades) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a flying dolphin, which was a symbol of the island's maritime power and prosperity.