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Tetradrachm 350 BC - 300 BC
| Silver | 16.81 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Rash Melqart (Punic Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 350 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.81 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#379008 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wreathed head of Arethusa right, wearing necklace and triple-pendant earring; two dolphins to right and a barley grain to the left.
Comment
BMC 21; de Luynes 923Interesting 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 political and cultural exchange between the two civilizations. This coin serves as a fascinating example of how different cultures can come together and influence each other's art, architecture, and even currency.
