Lion's Scalp / Prow of Samaina
Messana (Sicily) - Tetartemorion (⁵⁄₂₄ Litra)
Description
Obverse: Facing lion's scalp
Reverse: Prow of a Samaina to left; Z to left
Very rare and toned. Porous surfaces. Good fine
Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Composition | Silver |
| Issuer | Messana |
| Ruling Authority | Samian occupation (as Zankle) (493 BC - 488 BC) |
| Period of Issue | 493 BC - 488 BC |
| Weight | 0.28 g |
| Diameter | 5.5 mm |
| Orientation | ↑↑ 6h |
| Denomination | Tetartemorion (⁵⁄₂₄ Litra) |
| Standard | Sicilian Litra |
| References | Clain-Stefanelli, RBN CXXXIII #p. 49, pl. VIII, fig 5-6, 9 (1987); HGC 2 #775 (var. (monogram not noted)); SNG ANS #311 |
Provenance
| Location | Description | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | Dec 14, 2025 | |
| United States | Lelouch Collection | Current |