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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tetradrachm - Hiero I 470 BC
470 BC year| Silver | 17.32 g | - |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Hiero I (478 BC - 466 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 470 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.32 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#387428 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ηead of Arethusa right, wearing pearl diadem, earring and necklace; around, four dolphins swimming clockwise.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣV – RΑ – KΟΣΙ – ΟΝ
Comment
Rizzo, pl. XXXV, 9; Du Chastel 64.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm was an ancient Greek silver coin that was widely used in the Mediterranean world during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. It was first introduced by the city-state of Athens and featured the image of the goddess Athena on the obverse (front) side, and an owl on the reverse (back) side. The coin was also used by other city-states and rulers, including Hiero I of Syracuse, who issued this particular coin in 470 BC. The Tetradrachm was an important currency during its time and was used for trade and commerce throughout the ancient Greek world.
