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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tetradrachm 450 BC - 440 BC
| Silver | 17.25 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Democracy (465 BC - 405 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 440 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.25 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#392033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of the nymph Arethusa right, hair bound with double fillet, wearing earring and necklace with pendant; around, four dolphins swimming clockwise.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣVRAKOΣI – ON
Comment
Rizzo pl. XXXVI, 16; Pozzi 581; Bement 473.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features the image of the Greek goddess Arethusa, who was revered as the patron deity of the city, on one side, and a quadriga (a chariot drawn by four horses) on the other. This coin was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the ancient Greek world and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (450 BC - 440 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm (450 BC - 440 BC) coin.
