Tetradrachm (450 BC - 445 BC) front Tetradrachm (450 BC - 445 BC) back
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Tetradrachm 450 BC - 445 BC

 
Silver 17.16 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Rhegion (Bruttium)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
450 BC - 445 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Attic drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
17.16 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#180837
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Iokastos seated left on backless stool, holding long scepter in his right hand. All within olive wreath

Script: Greek

Lettering: RECI NOS

Comment

Herzfelder 1-11; Randazzo 7-10; Winterthur 525.

Interesting fact

The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Hera, wife of Zeus and queen of the gods, which was a common design element on many ancient Greek coins. However, what makes this coin stand out is that Hera is depicted wearing a distinctive cylindrical hat called a "polos," which was a symbol of her dignity and authority. This feature is unique to the Tetradrachm coins of Rhegion and sets them apart from other ancient Greek coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (450 BC - 445 BC)  - - - - - -

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