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Litra
| Issuer | Messana |
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| Year | 445 BC - 439 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
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| Reverse description | Within a finely rendered olive wreath, the abbreviated ethnic inscription ΜΕΣ appears in large, bold Greek capitals occupying the central field. The wreath, composed of olive leaves with ties positioned to the left, encircles the legend completely, framing it as an emblem of civic identity. The design is compact and well-centered, typical of the small-module silver litrai issued by Messana during the fifth century BC. |
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| Mint | Messana |
| Mintage | ND (445 BC - 439 BC) |
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