Athens Tetradrachm, -556 – -546
Information
Country
Athens
Athens
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-556 – -546
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
17.27
Diameter (mm)
22
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Athens. Issued from -556 to -546. Struck in Silver. Measures 22 mm and weighs 17.27 g.
- Obverse
- Archaic head of Athena right, wearing crested helmet decorated with chevron and dot pattern
- Reverse
- Owl standing to right with head facing, olive sprig behind, ΑΘΕ before and all within incuse square
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (556 BC - 546 BC) | — |
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