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Tetradrachm 320 BC - 300 BC
Silver | 17.4 g | - |
Issuer | Uncertain Siculo-Punic mint (Punic Sicily) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 320 BC - 300 BC |
Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 17.4 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#321830 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion standing left, palm tree in background
Translation: s'mmhnt = people of the Camp
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Carthaginian influences in its design, reflecting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred in Sicily during the Hellenistic period. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a horned Astarte, a goddess revered by the ancient Phoenicians and Carthaginians, while the reverse side features a traditional Greek design of a victorious quadriga (four-horse chariot) driven by a charioteer. This blending of cultural motifs is a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region and the diverse influences that shaped its history.