Akanthos Tetradrachm, -470 – -430
Information
Country
Akanthos
Akanthos
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-470 – -430
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, incuse
Weight (g)
17.24
Diameter (mm)
28
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Akanthos. Issued from -470 to -430. Struck in Silver. Measures 28 mm and weighs 17.24 g.
- Obverse
- Lion facing right attacking a bull that crouches left. In exergue a fish facing left. Beaded ring around all.
- Reverse
- Ethnic in shallow incuse around quadripartite square in relief. Inscription around the ethnic. (Akanthos)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (470 BC - 430 BC) | — |
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