Tetradrachm - Herok[...] (473 BC - 448 BC) front Tetradrachm - Herok[...] (473 BC - 448 BC) back
Tetradrachm - Herok[...] (473 BC - 448 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm - Herok[...] 473 BC - 448 BC

 
Silver 14.54 g 25.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Abdera (Thrace)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
473 BC - 448 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
14.54 g
Diameter
25.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#170616
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a Griffin, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. This symbolism represents the city's connection to both Greek culture and the mythological world.