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© Nomos AG
Tetradrachm 440 BC - 430 BC
| Silver | 17.51 g | 26.0 mm |
| Issuer | Leontini (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 440 BC - 430 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.51 g |
| Diameter | 26.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185211 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of lion with open jaws to right. Around, four barley grains.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛΕΟΝΤΙΝΟΝ
Comment
Rizzo pl. XXIII, 19.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Leontini (Sicily) is interesting because it features a unique combination of Greek and indigenous Sicilian elements on its design. The obverse side bears the image of a lion's head, which was a common motif in ancient Sicilian coinage, while the reverse side features the Greek goddess Athena and an owl, which were both symbols of wisdom and knowledge in Greek mythology. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history and cultural exchange that occurred in Sicily during the ancient Greek period.
