Tetradrachm

Overview

The Tetradrachm is a Tetradrachm denomination coin issued by Mende, with significant collectible value and historical importance.

Basic Information

• Issuing Country: Mende
• Issuing Authority: Mende
• Denomination: Tetradrachm
• Category: coin
• Composition: Silver
• Weight: 17.10g
• Diameter: 30.00mm

Coin Images

Obverse

Reverse

Design Features

Obverse Design

Inebriated Dionysos reclining and facing left, holding a kantharos in his right hand, and sitting on the back of an ass that faces right. To the right, a bird standing on an ivy.

Reverse Design

Vine of six grape clusters within linear square, with inscribed around it. All within incuse square.

Collectible Value

This coin has unique historical value and collecting significance, making it an important piece for numismatists and coin collectors.