Didrachm (490 BC - 475 BC) front Didrachm (490 BC - 475 BC) back
Didrachm (490 BC - 475 BC) photo
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Didrachm 490 BC - 475 BC

 
Silver 8.48 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Gela (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
490 BC - 475 BC
Value
Didrachm (2)
Currency
Attic drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.48 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#171513
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Forepart of man-headed bull to right

Script: Greek

Lettering: CΕΛΑ

Interesting fact

The Didrachm from Gela (Sicily) is interesting because it features a rare image of a hoplite (a heavily armored Greek foot soldier) on the obverse (front side), which suggests that the city of Gela had a strong military presence during that time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (490 BC - 475 BC)  - - - - - -

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