© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetrobol - Protes 411 BC - 385 BC
| Silver | 2.74 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Abdera (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 411 BC - 385 BC |
| Value | Tetrobol (⅔) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.74 g |
| Diameter | 15.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#170532 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Laureate head of Apollo facing right, name of the magistrate above, barley grain behind and all in linear square
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠΡΩΤΗΣ
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 5th century BC. The coin features an image of the mythical creature, Protes, on one side and a grapevine on the other. The use of Protes on the coin may have been a way to symbolize the city's connection to the sea, as Protes was often associated with maritime trade and navigation. Additionally, the grapevine on the other side of the coin may have represented the region's agricultural wealth and the importance of wine production in the local economy.
