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Tetradrachm 413 BC - 405 BC
| Silver | 17.44 g | 26 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 | 17.44 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407923 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Charioteer, holding reins in both hands, driving fast quadriga left; above, Nike advancing right, preparing to crown charioteer with laurel wreath held in both hands; ΣYPAK-OΣIΩN along right edge, stele lying on its side below; in exergue, grain ear lying left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣYPAK-OΣIΩN
Comment
Rizzo pl. XLVIII, 11; Tudeer 81.
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.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (413 BC - 405 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm (413 BC - 405 BC) coin.
