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Tetradrachm 440 BC - 430 BC
| Silver | 17.38 g | 23.5 mm |
| Issuer | Leontini (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 440 BC - 430 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.38 g |
| Diameter | 23.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#275907 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of a lion with open jaws to left; around, three barley grains (above, to left and below), and, behind to right, a laurel leaf.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛΕΟΝΤΙΝΟΝ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Leontini (Sicily) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and indigenous Sicilian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a representation of a Sicilian river god, along with the Greek inscription "ΛΕΟΝΤΙΝΟΙ" (Leontini) and the coin's weight in grams. This blending of cultures reflects the rich history of Sicily as a melting pot of different civilizations, and makes the Tetradrachm a fascinating piece of numismatic history.
