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Tetras 336 BC - 330 BC
| Bronze | 9.38 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Adranon (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 336 BC - 330 BC |
| Value | Tetras (⅓) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.38 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#152961 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull butting right
Comment
Rizzo pl. LIX, 8; Calciati III pg. 159, 4; BMC Sicily pg. 3, 3; Virzi 502; SNG ANS -; Laffaille -.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Tetras (336 BC - 330 BC) from Adranon (Sicily) made of Bronze weighing 9.38 g is that it features a unique combination of symbols and imagery. On one side, the coin bears the image of a dolphin, which was a common symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Greek culture. On the other side, the coin features a depiction of a Gorgoneion, which is a representation of the head of Medusa, a mythical creature from Greek mythology. This combination of symbols suggests that the coin was intended to convey a message of good luck and protection, and it is a fascinating example of the cultural and artistic traditions of ancient Sicily.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (336 BC - 330 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetras (336 BC - 330 BC) coin.
