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Tetradrachm 330 BC - 305 BC
| Silver | 17.18 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Rash Melqart (Punic Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 330 BC - 305 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.18 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#384842 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Tanit-Persephone to right, wearing wreath of grain leaves, triple-pendant earring and pearl necklace; around, three dolphins.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin from Rash Melqart (Punic Sicily) is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Carthaginian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side shows a Carthaginian warship, symbolizing the powerful naval presence of Carthage in the Mediterranean. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the complex history of Sicily during the Hellenistic period, where Greek and Carthaginian civilizations coexisted and influenced each other.
