© CGB
© CGB
Tetradrachm ZΠP; AΣ 73 BC - 72 BC
| Silver | 15.21 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Arados (Phoenician cities) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 73 BC - 72 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.21 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#307115 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing left, holding aplustre and palm, date in field; all within wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
APAΔIΩN
ZΠP
𐤁
AΣ
Translation: Arados
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Phoenician influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of a bearded king, likely a representation of the Phoenician god Melqart, while the reverse side features the image of a dolphin, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the rich cultural exchange and trade that occurred between the Phoenicians and Greeks in the ancient world.
