Tetradrachm 360 BC - 350 BC
| Silver | 15.29 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Ainos (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 360 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.29 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185024 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Male goat, with somewhat curved horns, standing to right. To right, vertical thunderbolt
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΙΝΙΟΝ
Comment
Unpublished, two specimens known.
This coin was probably struck just before, or just after, the last major series of tetradrachms from Ainos (May Group LXIV): it shares the emotional character of the portraits and the lack of even a trace of incuse on the reverse. It appears to have been made by a master engraver who produced a die that resulted in a coin of exquisitely high relief. The head is, in fact, rather similar in features to those of the contemporary and later drachms, beginning with May Period IV, Groups LXV and following. Another factor in its placement comes from the thunderbolt symbol, which is so closely related to the eagle of Group LXIV.
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a stylized image of a lion's head, which was a common symbol of power and strength in ancient Greek culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (360 BC - 350 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm (360 BC - 350 BC) coin.
