© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm - Philados 415 BC - 395 BC
| Silver | 14.95 g | 25.5 mm |
| Issuer | Abdera (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 415 BC - 395 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.95 g |
| Diameter | 25.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#399553 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull grazing left within linear square; magistrate name around; all within shallow incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: EΠI ΦI-ΛA-ΔOΣ
Comment
Unpublished, magistrate not listed in Leschhorn.
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse (back) side depicts a mythical creature called a griffin. The griffin was a symbol of protection and guardianship in ancient Greek mythology, and its presence on the coin may have been intended to protect the city of Abdera and its citizens from harm.
