© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetrobol 300 BC - 100 BC
| Silver | 2.44 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Histaia (Euboia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | Tetrobol (⅔) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.44 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#344167 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Nymph Histiaea seated right on winged galley stern, stylis (mast with cross-piece) in left hand; bipennis (labrys) right and AP monogram below
Script: Greek
Lettering: IΣTI-AIEΩN
Unabridged legend: Eστιαία
Translation: Histaia
Interesting fact
The Tetrobol coin from Histaia (Euboia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to four drachmas, which was the average daily wage for a skilled worker at the time.
