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Tetradrachm - Herodotos 380 BC - 350 BC
| Silver | 15.27 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Chios (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 380 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.27 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#401636 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square, with striated quarters and thick bands and with the name of the magistrate on horizontal band.
Script: Greek
Lettering: HPOΔOTOΣ
Translation: Herodotos
Comment
Pixodarus 18.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Chios (Ionia) featuring Herodotos (380 BC - 350 BC) is considered one of the most beautiful coins of the ancient Greek world. Its design features a portrait of Herodotos, known as the "father of history," on one side, and a depiction of the mythical creature, the Chimera, on the other. The Chimera was a symbol of the city of Chios and was believed to have the body of a lion, the head of a goat, and the tail of a serpent. The coin's intricate design and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and history enthusiasts.
