recto: 79
recto: RODI. CITA E Jsolla / Martinus Rofo / .f. 1572
Rhodes and harbour
The harbour at Rhodes is where one of the seven ancient wonders of the world stood, the Colossus of Rhodes. The statue of Helios, the Greek sun god, was erected in 280 BC and was a symbol of Rhodes' power. The statue was destroyed by an earthquake, but the harbour continued to be an important maritime hub for the Knights Hospitaller.
