Akanthos Tetradrachm, 470

Obverse Reverse

Information

Country Akanthos Akanthos
Currency Drachm
Coin type Standard circulation coin
Denomination Tetradrachm
Year 470
Composition Silver
Shape Round (irregular)
Technique Hammered, incuse
Weight (g) 17.22
Diameter (mm) 27
Demonetized Yes

Description

Tetradrachm from Akanthos. Issued in 470. Struck in Silver. Measures 27 mm and weighs 17.22 g.

Obverse
Lion to right, attacking bull, collapsing to left with head raised. Above, Α and below, in exergue, floral ornament
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square with granulated surfaces

Mintage & Variants

Date Mintage Comment Frequency
ND (-470) 

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