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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetras 200 BC - 150 BC
| Bronze | 2.63 g | 14.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kefra (Punic Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 150 BC |
| Value | Tetras (⅓) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.63 g |
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#170435 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Warrior advancing left, holding spear and shield
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetras coin from Kefra (Punic Sicily) is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Carthaginian influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of a helmeted head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a depiction of a Phoenician galley, which was a symbol of Carthaginian power and maritime prowess. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the complex history of Sicily during the Hellenistic period, when Greek and Carthaginian civilizations coexisted and interacted with one another.
