Tetrobol - Protes (411 BC - 385 BC) front Tetrobol - Protes (411 BC - 385 BC) back
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Tetrobol - Protes 411 BC - 385 BC

 
Silver 2.84 g 14.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Abdera (Thrace)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
411 BC - 385 BC
Value
Tetrobol (⅔)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.84 g
Diameter
14.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#170531
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Three grain-ears within linear square, inscription around and all in incuse square.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΕΠΙ ΠΡΩΤΕΩ

Comment

BMC Thrace pg. 71, 45.

Interesting fact

The Tetrobol - Protes coin was used in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC and features an image of the mythical creature, the Protes, on one side and a square pattern on the other. The Protes is a mythical creature that is half-man and half-bull, and it's believed to be a symbol of strength and power. The coin was used as a form of currency in the city-state of Abdera in Thrace, which was an important center of trade and commerce during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (411 BC - 385 BC)  - - - - - -

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