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Tetradrachm 413 BC - 405 BC
| Silver | 17.11 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Democracy (465 BC - 405 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 413 BC - 405 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.11 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407910 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Arethousa left, wearing ampyx and pearl necklace; four dolphins and ΣYPAKO-ΣIO-И around, ΣOΣI/ΩN on ampyx.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΣYPAKO-ΣIO-И
ΣOΣI/ΩN
Engraver: Sosion
Comment
Tudeer 2; Warren 383; Rizzo pl. XLII, 2.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features the image of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a quadriga (a chariot pulled by four horses) on the other. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and symbolized the power and wealth of the city-state of Syracuse.
