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Tetrobol 500 BC - 470 BC
Silver | 2.59 g | 16 mm |
Issuer | Sermyle (Macedon) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 500 BC - 470 BC |
Value | Tetrobol (⅔) |
Currency | Attic drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 2.59 g |
Diameter | 16 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#431674 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square.
Comment
Rhousopoulos 1003; Traité II, 1, 1516 and pl. XLVII, 17.
Interesting fact
The Tetrobol coin from Sermyle (Macedon) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design, featuring the image of a gorgon on one side and an inscription on the other.