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Tetradrachm 466 BC - 460 BC
| Silver | 17.33 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Democracy (465 BC - 405 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 466 BC - 460 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.33 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#184276 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diademed head of Arethusa to right, wearing pendant earring and pearl necklace. Around, four dolphins swimming right
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΥRΑΚΟΣΙΟΝ
Comment
Bement 466; Pozzi 575; Rizzo pl. XXXVII, 2.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features the image of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a quadriga (a chariot pulled by four horses) on the other. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and symbolized the power and strength of the city-state of Syracuse.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (466 BC - 460 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm (466 BC - 460 BC) coin.
