Syracuse Tetradrachm, -466 – -405
Information
Country
Syracuse
Syracuse
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-466 – -405
Ruler
Second Democracy
(-465–-405)
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
16.98
Diameter (mm)
25
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Syracuse. Issued from -466 to -405. Struck in Silver. Measures 25 mm and weighs 16.98 g.
- Obverse
- Bearded charioteer in quadriga moving slowly to right, holding the reins in both hands and goad in his right. Above, Nike flying right to crown the horses
- Reverse
- Large head of Arethusa to right, wearing simple earring and necklace with a pendant, and with her hair bound up with a cord wound four times around her head. Around, four dolphins
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (466 BC - 405 BC) | — |
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