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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tritartemorion 490 BC - 470 BC
| Silver | 0.69 g | 7.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kaunos (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 490 BC - 470 BC |
| Value | Tritartemorion (⅛) |
| Currency | Aeginetic drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.69 g |
| Diameter | 7.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#147815 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Griffin standing left in pelleted square within incuse square
Comment
Konuk 57-67.
Interesting fact
The Tritartemorion coin from Kaunos (Caria) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bearded Persian king, possibly Xerxes I, while the reverse side shows a Greek-style owl and the inscription "Kaunos" in Greek letters. This fusion of styles reflects the cultural exchange and political tensions between the Greek city-states and the Persian Empire during the 5th century BC.