Didrachm (495 BC - 478 BC) front Didrachm (495 BC - 478 BC) back
Didrachm (495 BC - 478 BC) photo
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Didrachm 495 BC - 478 BC

 
Silver 8.79 g -
Description
Issuer
Akragas (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
495 BC - 478 BC
Value
Didrachm (10)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
8.79 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#182725
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crab within circular incuse and below, ΕΧΑ

Script: Greek

Lettering: EXA

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.