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Tetradrachm 410 BC - 395 BC
| Silver | 16.96 g | - |
| Issuer | Uncertain Siculo-Punic mint (Punic Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 410 BC - 395 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.96 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#315992 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Palm tree with two date clusters.
Comment
Jenkins records only six examples of this coin type from these dies. The entire series comes from ten obverse and 32 reverse dies.Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Uncertain Siculo-Punic mint (Punic Sicily) features a unique blend of Greek and Carthaginian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a portrait of a bearded man wearing a laurel wreath, which is a common motif in Greek coinage. However, the reverse side of the coin features a representation of the Carthaginian goddess Tanit, who was revered in Punic culture. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of Sicily during the 4th century BC, when the island was a battleground between Greek and Carthaginian forces.
