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Tetradrachm 405 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 17.4 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Dionysius I the Elder (405 BC - 367 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 405 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.4 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#184279 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Large head of Arethousa right, hair in ampyx and sphendone decorated with stars, wearing double hoop earring and necklace with six pendants; four dolphins around
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΥRΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ
Comment
Fischer-Bossert, Coins 63; Tudeer 63; Warren 382; Pozzi 621; Rizzo pl. XLVII, 10.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features the image of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a quadriga (a chariot pulled by four horses) on the other. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and symbolized the power and strength of the city-state of Syracuse.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (405 BC - 400 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm (405 BC - 400 BC) coin.
