© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Tetradrachm - Charidamos 180 BC - 160 BC
| Silver | 16.98 g | - |
| Issuer | Eretria (Euboia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 180 BC - 160 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.98 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#434383 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull standing to right, head facing and adorned with fillet, city name above, magistrate name in exergue; all within laurel wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
EPETPIEΩN
ΧΑΡΙΔΑΜΟΣ
Comment
M. Thompson, "The Beginning of the Athenian New Style Coinage," ANSMN V (1952), 4; N. Waggoner, "Coins from the W.P. Wallace Collection," ANSMN 25 (1980), pg. 10; BMC Central Greece -; SNG Copenhagen -.
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Charidamos, a prominent citizen of Eretria, who was known for his leadership and military prowess. The reverse of the coin depicts a scene of a trireme, which was a type of warship used by the ancient Greeks, and was a symbol of Eretria's maritime power and influence. The coin's design and imagery reflect the importance of naval power and trade in the ancient Greek world, and offer a glimpse into the cultural and economic achievements of Eretria during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (180 BC - 160 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm - Charidamos (180 BC - 160 BC) coin.
