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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm - Alkimachos 350 BC - 345 BC
| Silver | 14.94 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kos (Carian Islands) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 345 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.94 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#152597 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crab, name of the magistrate below with a club below it and all in dotted square within incuse square
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΩΙΟΝ
ΑΛΚΙΜΑΧΟΣ
Comment
Meadows, IGCH IX, p. 231, 30; Ingvaldsen 2002, Issue VI, 47-53.
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Carian satrap (governor) Alkimachos, who ruled Kos during the 4th century BC. The reverse (back) side of the coin depicts a winged horse (Pegasus) and a dolphin, which were symbols of the city of Kos. The coin's design was meant to showcase the city's wealth and prosperity, as well as its connection to the Greek world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (350 BC - 345 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm - Alkimachos (350 BC - 345 BC) coin.
