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Tetradrachm 450 BC - 425 BC
Silver | 17.00 g | - |
Issuer | Mende (Macedon) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 450 BC - 425 BC |
Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 17.00 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#395419 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
City name around linear square containing a circular disk on which is a sixteen-rayed star, flanked by four grape clusters in the corners; all within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΕΝ – ΔΑ – ΙΟ – Ν
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Mende (Macedon) features a unique design on its obverse side, which includes a portrait of a young Alexander the Great, who was the king of Macedon at the time the coin was minted. This design was not found on other coins of the same era, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.