Islands off Caria, Rhodes Tetrachalkon circa 230-205, Æ 17.5mm., 5.45g. Laureate head of Zeus r. Rev. Rose, to r., bud; to l. TE. Ashton 234. Ashton, Bronze 41 (A19/P38). SNG Keckman -. SNG Cop.795.

Very Fine.

This issue may reflect Egyiptian connection, the Rhodians honouring one of their benefactor Ptolemy III, that has been particulary generous in helping the city after the great earthquake that struck Rhodes. In addition, winning bids of EEC clients for this coin are subject to a 5% fee on hammer price as a reimbursement for import duty paid to HMRC.