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Tetradrachm 420 BC - 410 BC

 
Silver 17.46 g 27 mm
Description
Issuer
Himera (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
420 BC - 410 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (20)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
17.46 g
Diameter
27 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#182729
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

The Nymph Himera, wearing a long chiton and peplos, standing left, holding a phiale in her right hand and raising her left. To left, horned altar, to right, satyr standing right, showering in a fountain with a lion’s head spout

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΙΜΕΡΑΙΟΝ

Engraver: Mai...

Comment

Rizzo pl. XXI, 23; Arnold-Biucchi, Monetazione, Group IV, 22.

Interesting fact

The Tetradrachm coin from Himera (Sicily) is interesting because it features a unique combination of Greek and indigenous Sicilian elements. On one side, it depicts the Greek goddess Athena, while on the other, it shows a native Sicilian warrior, highlighting the cultural blend that existed in the region during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (420 BC - 410 BC)  - - - - - -

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