Tetradrachm - Autokrates (360 BC - 320 BC) front Tetradrachm - Autokrates (360 BC - 320 BC) back
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Tetradrachm - Autokrates 360 BC - 320 BC

 
Silver 15.10 g 25.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Knidos (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
360 BC - 320 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Chian-Rhodian drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
15.10 g
Diameter
25.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#150144
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Forepart of roaring lion right with the name of the magistrate above and the initials of the city below.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΥΤΟΚΡΑΤΗΣ
KNI

Comment

Ashton, Late 11-12; SNG Copenhagen -; Waddington 2322.

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a lion's head, which was a symbol of the city of Knidos. This coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek world and was valued at four drachmas, hence its name "tetradrachm."

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (360 BC - 320 BC)  - - - - - -

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