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Tetradrachm 360 BC - 340 BC
| Silver | 17.22 g | 26.0 mm |
| Issuer | Ziz (Punic Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 360 BC - 340 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.22 g |
| Diameter | 26.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#184274 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Kore-Persephone to left, wearing wreath of wheat leaves, triple-pendant earring and pearl necklace; below her chin, swastika to right. Around, four dolphins
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Ziz (Punic Sicily) 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 features a representation of the Carthaginian goddess Tanit, highlighting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred between the two civilizations in the region.
