Syracuse Tetradrachm, -485 – -466
Information
Country
Syracuse
Syracuse
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-485 – -466
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
17.49
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Syracuse. Issued from -485 to -466. Struck in Silver. Measures 0 mm and weighs 17.49 g.
- Obverse
- Male charioteer, wearing a long chiton and holding a goad in his right hand and the reins in both, driving a walking quadriga to right. Above Nike flying right to crown the horses
- Reverse
- Head of Arethusa to right, wearing necklace and pearl diadem, and with her hair hanging down the back of her neck and tied at the end. Around, four dolphins swimming clockwise
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (485 BC - 466 BC) | — |
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