Tetrobol (500 BC - 450 BC) front Tetrobol (500 BC - 450 BC) back
Tetrobol (500 BC - 450 BC) photo
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Tetrobol 500 BC - 450 BC

 
Silver 2.40 g 14.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Olynthos (Macedon)
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
References
Numista
N#152534
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.