© CGB
© CGB
Tetradrachm ʜqρ; EΣ 62 BC - 61 BC
| Silver | 15.07 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Arados (Phoenician cities) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 62 BC - 61 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.07 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#307112 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing left, holding aplustre and palm, date in field; all within wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
APAΔIΩN
ʜqρ
Λ
EΣ
Translation: Arados
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.
