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Tetradrachm 485 BC - 466 BC
| Silver | 17.35 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Gelon I (Γέλων) (485 BC - 478 BC) Hiero I (478 BC - 466 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 485 BC - 466 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.35 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#408129 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Arethusa to right, wearing a simple earring, pearl necklace and with her hair tied with a thin band; around, four dolphins swimming clockwise.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣVRΑϘΟΣΙΟΝ
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 symbol of the wealth and power of the city of Syracuse during that time.
