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| Issuer | Tauromenion |
|---|---|
| Year | 358 BC - 275 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Value | |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.60 g |
| Diameter | |
| Thickness | |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | |
| Engraver(s) | |
| In circulation to | |
| Reference(s) | SNG Copenhagen#923 |
| Obverse description | Laureate head of Apollo facing right |
|---|---|
| Obverse script | |
| Obverse lettering | |
| Reverse description | Tripod |
| Reverse script | |
| Reverse lettering | |
| Edge | |
| Mint | |
| Mintage |
ND (358 BC - 275 BC) - - |
| Numisquare ID | 2385587320 |
| Additional information |
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Historical Context: This Æ issue from Tauromenion, dating between 358 and 275 BC, originates from a turbulent era in Sicilian history. Founded by refugees from Naxos, Tauromenion was a strategically vital city-state. Its autonomy was constantly challenged by powerful neighbors like Syracuse and by Carthaginian incursions. The