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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm 425 BC - 421 BC
| Silver | 17.45 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Messana (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 421 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.45 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#393680 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hare springing to right; below, fly seen from above.
Script: Greek
Lettering: MES-S-A-N-IO-N
Comment
SNG Manchester 425.
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 warrior wearing a lion's skin, which is a symbol of the indigenous people's resistance against Greek colonization. This blending of cultures reflects the rich history of Sicily as a melting pot of different civilizations.
