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Tetradrachm 408 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 15.34 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 408 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.34 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#422402 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
ΡΟΔΙΟΝ above rose with bud and Φ to left; in right field, cicada; all within square incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΡΟΔΙΟΝ
Φ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Rhodes, made of silver and weighing 15.34g, 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 showcase the island's rich agricultural resources and its reputation for producing fine perfumes and aromatics.
