Messana Tetradrachm, -428 – -426
Information
Country
Messana
Messana
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-428 – -426
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
17.33
Diameter (mm)
26
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Messana. Issued from -428 to -426. Struck in Silver. Measures 26 mm and weighs 17.33 g.
- Obverse
- The Nymph Messana seated right, holding the reins in both hands, driving a biga of mules walking to right; above, Nike flying left to crown her. In exergue, laurel leaf
- Reverse
- Hare springing to right
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (428 BC - 426 BC) | — |
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