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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm 413 BC - 405 BC
| Silver | 17.25 g | 24 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 | 17.25 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diademed head of Arethusa left, wearing hoop earring and pearl necklace; ΣVPAKOΣIOИ above, EV below, four dolphins around.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΣVPAKOΣIOИ
EV
Comment
Tudeer 27; Rizzo pl. XLII, 14; Ward 277; Bement 497.
Reverse die signed by Eumenes or Eukleidas.
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 prestige of the city-state that issued it.
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.
