Tetradrachm (404 BC - 385 BC) front Tetradrachm (404 BC - 385 BC) back
Tetradrachm (404 BC - 385 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm 404 BC - 385 BC

 
Silver 15.17 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
404 BC - 385 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Chian-Rhodian drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
15.17 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#415079
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

ΡΟΔΙΟΝ above rose with bud to right; in right field, Δ and lion's head; on either side of stem, Ξ / Ε; all within square incuse.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
POΔION
Δ
Ξ – E

Interesting fact

The Tetradrachm from Rhodes, made of silver and weighing 15.17g, is interesting because it features a rare image of a rose on its reverse side. This coin was issued during the Hellenistic period and is considered a symbol of the wealth and prosperity of the island of Rhodes during that time.