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Historical Context: This coin was minted in Rhodos. RHODOS was a large and important island off the SW coast of Asia minor. It quickly achieved great prosperity and eventually became one of the principal trading centers in the area.
HELIOS: The sun-god who crosses the sky from east to west each day. He sees and hears everything. He was identified with Apollo.
Obv: Helios with Radiate Crown
Rev: Rose Bud Opening, Magistrate's name above
Diameter: 17 mm diameter (almost the diameter of a US Dime, but, thicker)
Weight: 2.7 grams
Condition: Very Fine, Light Toning
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