Syracuse Tetradrachm - Second Democracy, -460 – -450
Information
Country
Syracuse
Syracuse
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-460 – -450
Ruler
Second Democracy
(-465–-405)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
17.32
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Syracuse. Issued from -460 to -450. Struck in Silver. Measures 0 mm and weighs 17.32 g.
- Obverse
- Quadriga walking to right, driver holds the reins in his left hand and his goad in his right. Above, Nike flying right to crown the driver and in exergue, ketos swimming to right
- Reverse
- Head of Arethusa to right, wearing necklace and diadem of pearls, and with her hair drawn up at the back. Around, four dolphins swimming clockwise to right
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (460 BC - 450 BC) | — |
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