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Tetradrachm - Korabos 140 BC - 135 BC
| Silver | 16.43 g | 31.5 mm |
| Issuer | Lebedos (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 140 BC - 135 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.43 g |
| Diameter | 31.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#180195 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Owl standing right, head facing, on club between two filleted cornucopias. KΩPA-BOΣ below and all within wreat
Script: Greek
Lettering: KΩPA BOΣ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Korabos coin from Lebedos (Ionia) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of the Persian king, Artaxerxes III, while the reverse side features the Greek goddess Athena and an inscription in Greek letters. This blending of cultural styles reflects the complex political and cultural landscape of the region during the Hellenistic period.