Messana Tetradrachm, -438 – -434
Information
Country
Messana
Messana
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-438 – -434
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
17.14
Diameter (mm)
28
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Messana. Issued from -438 to -434. Struck in Silver. Measures 28 mm and weighs 17.14 g.
- Obverse
- Charioteer driving biga of mules walking to right; above, Nike flying left to crown the driver; in exergue, olive sprig.
- Reverse
- Hare springing to right; above, head of bearded Pan to right; below, olive sprig.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (438 BC - 434 BC) | — |
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