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Tetradrachm 420 BC - 413 BC
| Silver | 17.31 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Messana (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 420 BC - 413 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.31 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#393220 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hare springing to right; below, dolphin swimming to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΕΣ-Σ-Α-Ν-ΙΟ-Ν
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin from Messana (Sicily) is that it features a unique combination of Greek and indigenous Sicilian elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a Sicilian quadriga (a four-horse chariot) and a palm tree, which were symbols of the indigenous Sicilian people. This blending of cultures reflects the rich history of Sicily, which was colonized by the Greeks in the 8th century BC and later became a major center of Greek culture and trade in the Mediterranean.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (420 BC - 413 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm (420 BC - 413 BC) coin.
