© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tetradrachm 411 BC - 340 BC
| Silver | 15.20 g | - |
| Issuer | Thasos (Thracian Islands) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 411 BC - 340 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.20 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#387799 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Heracles, wearing lion’s skin headdress, kneeling right and drawing bow; in right field, thunderbolt. All within square frame.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘΑΣΙΟΝ
Comment
West, ANSNM 40, 39; Hurter Pixodaros Hoard pl. 22, 52a; Le Rider, Group p. 187 and pl. II, cf. 23.
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a Griffin, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. This symbolism represents the protection and strength that Athena offers to the city of Thasos, as well as the rich natural resources of the island.
