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Tetrobol - Protes 395 BC - 360 BC
| Silver | 2.79 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Abdera (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 395 BC - 360 BC |
| Value | Tetrobol (⅔) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.79 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#399845 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laureate head of Apollo left; magistrate name around; all in linear square within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠP-Ω-TH-Σ
Interesting fact
The Tetrobol - Protes coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Abdera, located in the region of Thrace, during the 4th century BC. The coin features an image of the mythical creature, Protes, on one side and a grapevine on the other. This coin was unique to Abdera and was not used in any other city-state in ancient Greece.
