© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm - Damatrios In the name of Alexander III 201 BC - 190 BC
| Silver | 16.95 g | 30.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 201 BC - 190 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Attic drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.95 g |
| Diameter | 30.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#406018 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field ΔΑΜΑΤΡΙΟΣ above rose and below the throne ΡΟ.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
ΔΑΜΑΤΡΙΟΣ
ΡΟ
Translation:
Alexander (III, the Great)
Damatrios
Rhodes
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Rhodes featuring Damatrios (In the name of Alexander III) was minted during a time of great economic and cultural prosperity for the island of Rhodes. In fact, Rhodes was so wealthy during this period that it was known as the "banker of the Mediterranean." The coin's design, which features a portrait of Damatrios and the goddess Athena on the obverse, and a rose and the name of Alexander III on the reverse, reflects the cultural and political influences of the time. The use of silver in the coin's minting also speaks to the wealth and resources available to the people of Rhodes during this period.
