Messana Tetradrachm, -445 – -439
Information
Country
Messana
Messana
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-445 – -439
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Variable alignment ↺
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
14.9
Diameter (mm)
32
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Messana. Issued from -445 to -439. Struck in Silver. Measures 32 mm and weighs 14.9 g.
- Obverse
- The nymph Messana, holding reins in both hands, driving slow biga of mules right; above, Nike flying right, crowning mules with wreath held in both hands; leaf in exergue.
- Reverse
- Hare springing right; retrograde city name around.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (445 BC - 439 BC) | — |
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