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Tetradrachm 476 BC - 466 BC
| Silver | 16.99 g |
| Issuer | Leontini (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 476 BC - 466 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.99 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182732 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion’s head with open jaws to right and around, four grains of barley
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛΕΟΝΤΙΝΟΝ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Leontini (Sicily) features a unique design on its obverse side, which includes a portrait of a young man, believed to be a representation of the Greek god Apollo. The coin's reverse side features a depiction of a lion's head, which was a common symbol of power and strength in ancient Greek culture. The combination of these two symbols, the young man and the lion's head, may have been intended to convey the idea of a powerful and wise ruler, reflecting the cultural values and beliefs of the time.
