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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm - Hephaistion In the name of Alexander III 201 BC - 190 BC
| Silver | 17.24 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 201 BC - 190 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Attic drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.24 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#406093 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field ΗΦΑΙΣΤΙΩΝ above rose and below the throne ΡΟ.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
ΗΦΑΙΣΤΙΩΝ
ΡΟ
Translation:
Alexander (III, the Great)
Hephaistion
Rhodes
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Rhodes featuring Hephaistion (in the name of Alexander III) was minted during a time of great cultural and economic significance for the island of Rhodes. The coin's design, which includes an image of the goddess Athena on the obverse and a depiction of Hephaistion on the reverse, reflects the strong cultural and political ties between Rhodes and the Macedonian kingdom during this period. The coin's silver content and weight of 17.24 grams also speak to the island's rich mineral resources and its strategic location as a major trading hub in the Mediterranean. Overall, this coin serves as a fascinating example of the artistic, cultural, and economic achievements of ancient Rhodes.
