Tetradrachm (408 BC - 400 BC) front Tetradrachm (408 BC - 400 BC) back
Tetradrachm (408 BC - 400 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm 408 BC - 400 BC

 
Silver 15.26 g 25.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
408 BC - 400 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Chian-Rhodian drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
15.26 g
Diameter
25.7 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#422414
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

ΡΟΔΙΟΝ above rose with bud to left, below Φ; in right field, bunch of grapes; all within square incuse.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΡΟΔΙΟΝ
Φ

Interesting fact

The Tetradrachm from Rhodes, made of Silver and weighing 15.26g, is interesting because it features a rare image of a rose on its obverse side. This coin was issued during the Hellenistic period and is considered a symbol of the wealth and power of the ancient Greek city-state of Rhodes.