© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm 466 BC - 460 BC
| Silver | 17.24 g | 24 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 | 17.24 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Arethusa right, hair in plain band, wearing loop earring with single pendant and pearl necklace; ΣYRAKOΣION before, four dolphins around.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣYRAKOΣION
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 coin was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the ancient Greek world and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
