© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm 412 BC - 408 BC
| Silver | 17.12 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Messana (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 412 BC - 408 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.12 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#393633 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hare springing right; below, youthful head of Pan right and syrinx; city name around.
Script: Greek
Lettering: MEΣΣAN-ION
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Messana (Sicily) features a unique combination of Greek and indigenous Sicilian elements on its design. On one side, it depicts the head of the Greek goddess Athena, while on the other side, it shows a four-horse chariot, which was a common motif in ancient Sicilian art. This blending of cultures reflects the rich history of Sicily, which was colonized by the Greeks in the 8th century BC and later became a major center of Greek culture and trade in the Mediterranean.
