© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tetradrachm 405 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 16.29 g | - |
| Issuer | Segesta (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 405 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.29 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#387415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of the nymph Segesta right, wearing earring and necklace, hair caught in amphyx and sphendone. Behind head, ear of barley.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΕΛΕ – ΣΤΑZΙA
Comment
Rizzo pl. LXII, 13; Mildenberg, Kimon in the manner of Segesta in Proceedings of the 8th International Congress of Numismatics, Paris, 1973, pl. 11, 21; Lederer 6; Hunter T8.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Segesta (Sicily) features a unique design on its obverse side, which includes a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena wearing a crested helmet and a necklace with a pendant in the shape of a dolphin. This design element is significant because it represents the city's strong cultural and trade connections with other Greek city-states in the Mediterranean region.
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.
