Tetradrachm (412 BC - 400 BC) front Tetradrachm (412 BC - 400 BC) back
Tetradrachm (412 BC - 400 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm 412 BC - 400 BC

 
Silver 17.01 g 24.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Eryx (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
412 BC - 400 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (20)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
17.01 g
Diameter
24.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#171283
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Aphrodite seated left on stool, holding a dove in her right hand and dangling her left next to the stool. Before her on the left, Eros standing right, raising his right hand

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΕΡΥΚΙΝΟΝ

Interesting fact

The Tetradrachm coin from Eryx (Sicily) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a winged Victory (Nike) standing on the prow of a ship, symbolizing the city's maritime power and trade routes.