© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm - Moplagores 411 BC - 385 BC
| Silver | 13.01 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Abdera (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 411 BC - 385 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.01 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#400096 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Female (kalathiskoi) wearing short chiton and tall circular headdress dancing left. Αll within shallow incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΠΙ ΜΟΛ ΠΑΓΟΡΕΩ
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, which was a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. This coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Abdera, and its design reflects the cultural and religious beliefs of the time.
