Messana Tetradrachm, -420 – -413
Information
Country
Messana
Messana
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-420 – -413
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
16.6
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Messana. Issued from -420 to -413. Struck in Silver. Measures 26 mm and weighs 16.6 g.
- Obverse
- The nymph Messana, holding kentron and reins, driving slow biga of mules left. Two dolphins confronted in exergue
- Reverse
- Hare springing left and below a grain ear facing left.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | vf | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (420 BC - 413 BC) | — | € 3300,00 |
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