Tetradrachm (320 BC - 300 BC) front Tetradrachm (320 BC - 300 BC) back
Tetradrachm (320 BC - 300 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm 320 BC - 300 BC

 
Silver 17.4 g -
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Siculo-Punic mint (Punic Sicily)
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
References
Numista
N#321830
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.