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© Nomos AG
Tetradrachm 412 BC - 408 BC
| Silver | 17.03 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Messana (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 412 BC - 408 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.03 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#393281 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hare springing to right; below, diademed head of youthful Pan to left, with tiny horns over his forehead.
Script: Greek (retrograde)
Lettering: ΜΕΣΣΑΝΙΟΝ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin from Messana (Sicily) is that it features a unique combination of Greek and indigenous Sicilian elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a Sicilian warrior wearing a lion's skin, which is a symbol of the indigenous people's cultural influence. This blending of cultures reflects the rich history of Sicily as a crossroads of different civilizations.
