Tetradrachm - Kleokrates (375 BC - 325 BC) front Tetradrachm - Kleokrates (375 BC - 325 BC) back
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Tetradrachm - Kleokrates 375 BC - 325 BC

 
Silver 17.09 g 23 mm
Description
Issuer
Apollonia Pontika (Thrace)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
375 BC - 325 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
17.09 g
Diameter
23 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#184299
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Upright anchor; A and crayfish flanking, magistrate name to left; all within shallow incuse square.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΚΛΕΟΚΡΑΤΗΣ
A

Comment

Topalov, Apollonia 50 and p. 377, 17. SNG Black Sea 165 var. (different magistrate name); Traité IV 1622 var. (head right).

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of Kleokrates, who was a prominent citizen of Apollonia Pontika and a member of the ruling family of the city. The coin's design is considered a prime example of Hellenistic art and is known for its detailed and realistic depiction of the human form. The coin's reverse (back) side features the image of a nymph, which was a common motif in Hellenistic art and symbolized the city's connection to the natural world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (375 BC - 325 BC)  - - - - - -

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