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Tetradrachm 345 BC - 315 BC
| Silver | 17.22 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Punic mint (Carthaginian Empire) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 345 BC - 315 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.22 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#186146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse prancing right before palm tree. To right, Nike flying left, above kerykeion, to crown the horse and below horse, two Punic letters
Lettering: 9𐤇
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin from the Carthaginian Empire is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Carthaginian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a rendering of the Greek goddess Tanit, who was worshipped in Carthage, while the reverse side features a representation of the Carthaginian goddess Astarte, who was associated with fertility and agriculture. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history and cultural exchange that occurred between the Greeks and Carthaginians in the ancient Mediterranean world.