Messana Tetradrachm, -420 – -413
Information
Country
Messana
Messana
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-420 – -413
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
17.4
Diameter (mm)
25
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Messana. Issued from -420 to -413. Struck in Silver. Measures 25 mm and weighs 17.4 g.
- Obverse
- The nymph Messana, wearing long chiton and holding kentron in her left hand and reins in both, driving biga of mules to right; in exergue, two dolphins swimming toward each other.
- Reverse
- Hare springing to right; below, cockle shell.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (420 BC - 413 BC) | — |
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