Tetrobol (500 BC - 480 BC) front Tetrobol (500 BC - 480 BC) back
Tetrobol (500 BC - 480 BC) photo
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Tetrobol 500 BC - 480 BC

 
Silver 1.46 g -
Description
Issuer
Therma (Macedon)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
500 BC - 480 BC
Value
Tetrobol (⅔)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.46 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#170296
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rough incuse

Interesting fact

The Tetrobol coin from Therma (Macedon) is interesting because it features a unique design, with the head of a youthful Dionysus on one side and a grapevine on the other. This design reflects the importance of wine and agriculture in ancient Macedonian culture.