© CGB
© CGB
Tetradrachm ΓOP; MΣ 87 BC - 86 BC
| Silver | 14.94 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Arados (Phoenician cities) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 87 BC - 86 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.94 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#307119 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Nike standing left, holding aplustre and palm, date in field; all within wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
APAΔIΩN
ΓOP
𐤀
MΣ
Translation: Arados
Comment
Reverse phoenician symbol illustration:Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a Phoenician king on one side and the goddess Astarte on the other, highlighting the cultural and religious influences of the Phoenician civilization.
