Rhodian Era

The Rhodian Era is a historical dating system that begins in 88 BC, marking the founding year of Rhodes’ city-state or a significant event related to Rhodes. It was used primarily in the eastern Mediterranean during antiquity, particularly in territories influenced by Hellenistic cultures. This calendar system helps historians and scholars date events, inscriptions, and artifacts by referencing the Rhodian Year count, similar to how other cultures use specific eras like the Gregorian or Islamic calendars. Essentially, it’s a way of marking time based on a notable origin point connected to Rhodes’s history.