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Tetradrachm - Kleinias 370 BC - 340 BC
Silver | 16.93 g | 23.0 mm |
Issuer | Apollonia Pontika (Thrace) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 370 BC - 340 BC |
Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 16.93 g |
Diameter | 23.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#186215 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Anchor with Α to left and crayfish to right
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΛΕΙΝΙΑΣ
A
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a nereid (sea nymph) riding a dolphin. This imagery suggests that the coin was minted in a city that was both culturally and economically influenced by the ancient Greeks, and also had a strong maritime tradition.