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 15.14 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
15.14 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#426350
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

ΡΟΔΙΟΝ above rose with one bud to left; dolphin to right; Δ between bud and rose.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΡΟΔΙΟΝ
Δ

Comment

BMC Caria, p. 232, 13; Ashton 2001, pl. 6.3, 53.

Interesting fact

The Tetradrachm coin from Rhodes, made of silver and weighing 15.14g, is interesting because it features a rare image of a rose on its obverse side. This image was not commonly found on ancient Greek coins, making it a unique and valuable collector's item for numismatists.