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Tetrobol 500 BC - 450 BC
Silver | 2.40 g | 14.0 mm |
Issuer | Olynthos (Macedon) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 500 BC - 450 BC |
Value | Tetrobol (⅔) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 2.40 g |
Diameter | 14.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#152534 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle flying, holding serpent in beak and all within incuse square
Script: Greek
Comment
SNG ANS 464 var. (flower to left above horse).
Interesting fact
The Tetrobol from Olynthos (Macedon) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city of Olynthos, and was worth one-fourth of a drachma, the standard unit of currency in ancient Greece.