© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
Tetradrachm 404 BC - 385 BC
| Silver | 14.98 g | - |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 404 BC - 385 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.98 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#433087 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
ΡΟΔΙΟΝ above rose with bud to left; in left field, Φ; to right, kylix; all within square incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΡΟΔΙΟΝ
Φ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Rhodes, made of silver and weighing 14.98g, is interesting because it features a unique design on its obverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a deity or a mythological figure, it bears the image of a rose, which was the symbol of the island of Rhodes. This design was used to promote the island's reputation for producing high-quality roses, which were highly valued for their beauty and fragrance. The use of the rose on the coin also served as a way to advertise the island's agricultural products and promote its economy.
