Messana Drachm, -520 – -500
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Information
Country
Messana
Messana
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Drachm
Year
-520 – -500
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5.48
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Drachm from Messana. Issued from -520 to -500. Struck in Silver. Measures 19 mm and weighs 5.48 g.
- Obverse
- Dolphin to left within the sickle-shaped open harbor of Messina, the shoreline shown with several square warehouse buildings.
- Reverse
- Design of raised and sunk squares and triangles; in the center, cockle shell.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (520 BC - 500 BC) | — |
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