Messana Tetradrachm, -425 – -413
Information
Country
Messana
Messana
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-425 – -413
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
17.35
Diameter (mm)
27
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Messana. Issued from -425 to -413. Struck in Silver. Measures 27 mm and weighs 17.35 g.
- Obverse
- Biga of mules to right, driven by a female charioteer; above, Nike flying right crowning wreath with wreath, olive leaf in exergue.
- Reverse
- Hare springing to right; below, dolphin swimming to right.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (425 BC - 413 BC) | — |
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