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© Nomos AG
Tetradrachm 466 BC - 460 BC
| Silver | 17.25 g |
| Issuer | Leontini (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 466 BC - 460 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.25 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#184269 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Laureate head of Artemis to right, her hair bound up at the back, wearing pendant earring and pearl necklace. Around, four barley grains
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛΕ ΟΝ ΤΙΝ ΟΝ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin from Leontini (Sicily) is that it features a unique combination of Greek and indigenous Sicilian elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a representation of a Sicilian warrior wearing a lion's skin, which is a symbol of the indigenous Sicilian people. This blending of cultures reflects the rich history of Sicily as a crossroads of different civilizations and highlights the diverse influences that shaped the island's culture and art.
