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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetras 200 BC - 150 BC
| Bronze | 6.40 g | 19.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kefra (Punic Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 150 BC |
| Value | Tetras (⅓) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.40 g |
| Diameter | 19.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#170438 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ethnic within laurel wreath
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 obverse side of the coin depicts a Greek-style head of the goddess Persephone, while the reverse side shows a Carthaginian-style image of a horse and a palm tree. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of Sicily during the Hellenistic period, when the island was a melting pot of Greek, Carthaginian, and indigenous cultures.
