Tetradrachm (450 BC - 405 BC) front Tetradrachm (450 BC - 405 BC) back
Tetradrachm (450 BC - 405 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm 450 BC - 405 BC

 
Silver 17.40 g 24.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Katane (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
450 BC - 405 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (20)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
17.40 g
Diameter
24.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#168962
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Laureate head of Apollo left. ΚΑΤΑΝΑΙΟΝ before, olive spray to lower right

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΚΑΤΑΝΑΙΟΝ

Comment

Rizzo pl. XII, 7.

Interesting fact

The Tetradrachm coin from Katane (Sicily) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a horseman riding a horse in a galloping pose. This design was not seen on other coins of the same era, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (450 BC - 405 BC)  - - - - - -

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