Triple siglos (408 BC - 404 BC) front Triple siglos (408 BC - 404 BC) back
Triple siglos (408 BC - 404 BC) photo
© Boston Museum of Fine Arts

Triple siglos 408 BC - 404 BC

 
Silver 16.62 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhodes
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
408 BC - 404 BC
Value
3 Siglos
Currency
Persian siglos
Composition
Silver
Weight
16.62 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#427444
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

ΡΟΔΙΟΝ above rose with one bud to left; kerykeion in right field; all within square incuse.

Script: Greek

Lettering: POΔION

Interesting fact

The Triple siglos coin from Rhodes is interesting because it features a unique design, with three concentric circles on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and is now considered a valuable collector's item.