© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm 445 BC - 439 BC
| Silver | 14.90 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Messana (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 445 BC - 439 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.90 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#393742 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hare springing right; retrograde city name around.
Script: Greek (retrograde)
Lettering: MEΣΣAN-I-ON
Comment
Ognina 123.
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 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 melting pot of various cultures, including the native Sicilians, Greeks, and Romans.
