Tridrachm - Tiberius (ΣΥΝΚΛΗΤΩ ΚΡΗΤΕΣ ΚΥ) (14-37) front Tridrachm - Tiberius (ΣΥΝΚΛΗΤΩ ΚΡΗΤΕΣ ΚΥ) (14-37) back
Tridrachm - Tiberius (ΣΥΝΚΛΗΤΩ ΚΡΗΤΕΣ ΚΥ) (14-37) photo
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Tridrachm - Tiberius ΣΥΝΚΛΗΤΩ ΚΡΗΤΕΣ ΚΥ

 
Silver 6.55 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Cydonia (Cyrenaica and Crete)
Emperor
Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
14-37
Value
Tridrachm (3)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.55 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-06
References
Numista
N#415125
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bearded and veiled head of the Senate, right.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΣΥΝΚΛΗΤΩ ΚΡΗΤΕΣ ΚΥ

Interesting fact

The Tridrachm coin from Cydonia (Cyrenaica and Crete) featuring Tiberius (14-37 AD) is notable for its unique design. On one side, it features the head of Tiberius, while on the other, it depicts a mythological scene of a nymph riding a sea monster. This coin was used as a means of payment and exchange in the ancient Greek world and is now highly sought after by collectors for its historical significance and artistic value.