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Tetradrachm - Gelon I 480 BC - 478 BC
| Silver | 16.55 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Gelon I (Γέλων) (485 BC - 478 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 480 BC - 478 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.55 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Arethousa right, wearing tainia and pearl necklace; four dolphins and ΣVRA-K-OΣI-ON around.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣVRA-K-OΣI-ON
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm - Gelon I (480 BC - 478 BC) from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features a unique combination of Greek and Sicilian elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a quadriga (a four-horse chariot) driven by the mythical creature, the Hippocampus. This blend of Greek mythology and Sicilian culture reflects the rich history and cultural exchange that took place in the region during that time period.
