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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Didrachm 485 BC - 478 BC
| Silver | 8.81 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Akragas (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 485 BC - 478 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (10) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.81 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#432206 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crab; below, bird standing left; all within incuse circle.
Comment
Westermark, Coinage, Period I, Group III, 188; Jenkins, Gela, Group III, 11; Comiso 39.
Interesting fact
The Didrachm from Akragas (Sicily) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a horseman riding a horse in a standing position, with the horse's head turned back towards its rider. This design is known as the "Akragantine type" and is a distinctive feature of coins from this ancient Greek city.
