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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm - Hiero I 475 BC - 470 BC
| Silver | 17.15 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Hiero I (478 BC - 466 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 475 BC - 470 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (20) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.15 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407415 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Arethousa right, wearing pearl tainia, hoop with single-pendant earring and necklace; ΣVR-AKO-ΣIO-И (R inverted) and four dolphins around.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣVR-AKO-ΣIO-И
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm - Hiero I (475 BC - 470 BC) from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features the image of a quadriga, or four-horse chariot, on the obverse side, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage. The use of the quadriga image on coins was often associated with the idea of victory and power, reflecting the importance of horse-drawn chariots in ancient Greek warfare and athletic competitions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (475 BC - 470 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm - Hiero I (475 BC - 470 BC) coin.
