Tetrobol - Anthes (180 BC - 170 BC) front Tetrobol - Anthes (180 BC - 170 BC) back
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Tetrobol - Anthes 180 BC - 170 BC

 
Silver 2.17 g 15.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Kos (Carian Islands)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
180 BC - 170 BC
Value
Tetrobol (⅔)
Currency
Rhodian plintophoric drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.17 g
Diameter
15.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#152614
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Coiled serpent. Name oft the magistrate to the left, name of the city to the right and all in incuse square

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΝΘΕΣ
ΚΩΙΩΝ

Comment

Kroll 1964, 12.

Interesting fact

The Tetrobol - Anthes coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Kos, which was located in the Carian Islands. The coin features an image of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a depiction of a lion on the other. The lion was a symbol of the city of Kos and was often featured on its coins. This particular coin was minted during the reign of King Antigonus II Gonatas, who ruled Macedon from 278 to 239 BC. Despite its age, the Tetrobol - Anthes coin remains a popular collector's item among numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (180 BC - 170 BC)  - - - - - -

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