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Tetradrachm 400 BC - 341 BC
| Silver | 15.02 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Achaemenid Satrapy of Caria (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 341 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.02 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#427178 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Warrior, wearing kyrbasia, thrusting spear he holds aloft in right hand, on horse galloping right; O to left; below, dolphin right.
Comment
Konuk, Influences, Group 9, 1 and pl. XXX, 23; cf. Meadows, Administration 327; Traité II 123.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a Persian king, likely Artaxerxes III, on one side, and a lion attacking a bull on the other. This symbolism represents the Achaemenid Empire's power and influence over the region, as well as the king's role as a protector and defender of his people.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (400 BC - 341 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm (400 BC - 341 BC) coin.
