© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
© Ira & Larry Goldberg Auctioneers
Tetradrachm 460 BC - 450 BC
| Silver | 17.17 g | - |
| Issuer | Leontini (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 460 BC - 450 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.17 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#433358 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of lion right, with jaws open and tongue protruding; behind, tripod; around, three barley grains.
Script: Greek
Lettering: L EON T I N O N
Comment
Rizzo pl. XXIII, 12; Kraay-Hirmer pl. 7, 22.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm from Leontini (Sicily) is interesting because it features a rare image of a female figure on one side, believed to be a representation of the goddess Arethusa, who was revered as a patron deity of the city. This coin is one of the few examples of ancient Greek coins that depict a female figure, making it a unique and valuable piece for collectors and historians.
