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Didrachm 515 BC - 470 BC
| Silver | 8.40 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Selinos (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 515 BC - 470 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (10) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 8.40 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#396820 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wild parsley leaf within a linear square; all within an incuse square.
Comment
Arnold-Biucchi 9.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Didrachm (515 BC - 470 BC) from Selinos (Sicily) made of Silver weighing 8.40 g is that it features a unique combination of Greek and indigenous Sicilian elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a representation of a dolphin, which was a symbol of the indigenous Sicilian people. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history and diversity of the region during that time period.
