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Tetradrachm - Onasandros 205 BC - 190 BC
| Silver | 13.71 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 205 BC - 190 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.71 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#422053 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Magistrate name above; P / O on either side of rose with bud to right; pileus surmounted by star in left field; dotted border.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΟΝΑΣΑΝΔΡΟΣ
P O
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Rhodes featuring Onasandros (205 BC - 190 BC) is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during a time when Rhodes was an important trading hub in the Mediterranean. The coin's design features a portrait of Onasandros on one side and a rose on the other, symbolizing the island's reputation for producing high-quality roses. The coin's silver content and weight of 13.71 grams also make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (205 BC - 190 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm - Onasandros (205 BC - 190 BC) coin.
