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)
17.29
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Messana. Issued from -420 to -413. Struck in Silver. Measures 0 mm and weighs 17.29 g.
- Obverse
- The Nymph Messana standing right, with fluttering gown, driving biga of mules to right, holding the reins and goad with both hands. In exergue, two dolphins swimming towards each other
- Reverse
- Hare springing right; below, dolphin swimming to right
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (420 BC - 413 BC) | — |
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