Messana Tetradrachm, -450 – -446
Information
Country
Messana
Messana
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-450 – -446
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
17.31
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Messana. Issued from -450 to -446. Struck in Silver. Measures 27 mm and weighs 17.31 g.
- Obverse
- Charioteer driving biga of mules walking to right; in exergue, olive leaf with fruit.
- Reverse
- Hare springing right.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (450 BC - 446 BC) | — |
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