Tetradrachm (450 BC - 440 BC) front Tetradrachm (450 BC - 440 BC) back
Tetradrachm (450 BC - 440 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm 450 BC - 440 BC

 
Silver 17.48 g 24 mm
Description
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
17.48 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#408051
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Arethusa right, hair in band; four dolphins around.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΣVRAKOΣI – ON

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 pulled by four horses) on the other. This design was unique to Syracuse and reflected the city's strong cultural and economic ties with Greece.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (450 BC - 440 BC)  - - - - - -

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