Athens Tetradrachm, -500 – -480
Information
Country
Athens
Athens
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-500 – -480
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
16.9
Diameter (mm)
23.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Athens. Issued from -500 to -480. Struck in Silver. Measures 23.5 mm and weighs 16.9 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Athena right, wearing round earring and crested Attic helmet decorated with tiny spiral on the bowl
- Reverse
- Owl standing right, head facing; olive sprig to left, AΘE to right. All within incuse square
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (500 BC - 480 BC) | — |
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