Messana Drachm, -500 – -493
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Information
Country
Messana
Messana
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Drachm
Year
-500 – -493
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5.88
Diameter (mm)
23
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Drachm from Messana. Issued from -500 to -493. Struck in Silver. Measures 23 mm and weighs 5.88 g.
- Obverse
- Dolphin to left within the sickle-shaped open harbor of Messina.
- Reverse
- Nine-part design of raised and sunk squares and triangles; in the center, cockle shell.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | vf | xf | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (500 BC - 493 BC) | — | € 3700,00 | € 21000,00 |
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