Tetradrachm (415 BC - 410 BC) front Tetradrachm (415 BC - 410 BC) back
Tetradrachm (415 BC - 410 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm 415 BC - 410 BC

 
Silver 16.41 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
415 BC - 410 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (20)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
16.41 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#392035
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Arethusa left wearing earring and necklace; hair caught up at back of head and styled in waves on the brow. Beneath chin, a diptych with tablet inscribed engraver name. At either side of head, two pairs of dolphins snout to snout.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
EVKΛ
EIΔA

Engraver: Eukleidas

Comment

Tudeer 24; Coins, Artists and Tyrants 24.

Interesting fact

The Tetradrachm coin from Syracuse (Sicily) features a unique design on its obverse side, which includes the profile of the Greek goddess Athena, wearing a crested helmet and a necklace. The reverse side of the coin depicts a quadriga, a four-horse chariot, which was a symbol of power and prestige in ancient Greece. The coin's design was created by the famous artist Euainetos, who was known for his exceptional skill in engraving and his ability to capture the details of human and animal figures. The Tetradrachm coin was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the ancient Greek world and is considered a valuable collector's item today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (415 BC - 410 BC)  - - - - - -

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