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Tetradrachm 450 BC - 445 BC
| Silver | 16.98 g | 24.0 mm |
| Issuer | Katane (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 445 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.98 g |
| Diameter | 24.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#168961 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Apollo right, wearing laurel wreath; KATANAI-O-N around.
Script: Greek
Lettering: KATANAI O N
Comment
Mirone 30–33; Pozzi 410; Rizzo pl. X, 1–14.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Katane (Sicily) features a unique design on its obverse side, which includes a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena wearing a crested helmet and a necklace with a pendant in the shape of a owl. The owl was a symbol of wisdom and intelligence in ancient Greek culture, and its presence on the coin may suggest that the people of Katane valued these qualities. Additionally, the coin's reverse side features a four-horse chariot, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and represented the power and prestige of the issuing city-state.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (450 BC - 445 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 - 445 BC) coin.
