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Tetradrachm - Dionysius I 413 BC - 399 BC
| Silver | 17.13 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Dionysius I the Elder (405 BC - 367 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 413 BC - 399 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.13 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#396824 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Arethusa to right, wearing ampyx and sphendone, double-spiral earring and simple necklace with a large pearl pendant; in the fields to either side, four dolphins, in pairs, swimming downwards.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΥΡΑΚ-Ο-Σ-ΙΩΝ
Comment
Fischer-Bossert/Tudeer 65.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features a unique combination of two different artistic styles. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts the profile of Dionysius I, the ruler of Syracuse, in a realistic and naturalistic style. The reverse (back) side of the coin, on the other hand, features a representation of the Greek goddess Arethusa, who is depicted in a more stylized and abstract manner. This blending of styles is a distinctive feature of Sicilian coinage during this time period and adds to the coin's historical and artistic significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (413 BC - 399 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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