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Tetradrachm - Demetrius I Poliorcetes Ephesos 301 BC - 295 BC
| Silver | 17.17 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrius I Poliorcetes (294 BC - 288 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301 BC - 295 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.17 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414109 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Poseidon Pelagaios standing left, preparing to throw trident; monogram to left, star to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BA-ΣIΛEΩ-Σ ΔHMHTPIOY
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm - Demetrius I Poliorcetes (Ephesos) coin is that it features the image of a horned god, possibly representing the deity Dionysus, on the reverse side. This suggests that the coin may have been used in religious rituals or ceremonies, in addition to its use as a form of currency.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (301 BC - 295 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm - Demetrius I Poliorcetes (Ephesos) (301 BC - 295 BC) coin.
