© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tetradrachm 350 BC
350 BC year| Silver | 15.22 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Knidos (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 350 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.22 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#397683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forepart of lion left, with open jaws and tongue protruding.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣEINOΣTPA[T]OΣ
Comment
Traité –, cf. 1637 and pl. CXLV, 26 (different magistrate); Ashton, CH IX pl. 11, 8a; J.H. Nordbø, Utmyntningen på Knidos 394f. Kr – ca. 210e. Kr., University of Oslo thesis, 1972, 28; SNG Lockett 2889 var. (this obverse die but different magistrate).
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Hera, while the reverse (back) side depicts a lion's head, which was a symbol of the city of Knidos. This coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek world and was valued at four drachmas, hence its name "tetradrachm" which means "four drachmas" in Greek.
