c.425-406 BC Sicily, Acragas AE Tetras Eagle / Crab, Three Pellets and Crayfish Below NGC Fine

CVC & Collectables presents a classic bronze issue from ancient Akragas (modern Agrigento, Sicily), featuring the city’s iconic eagle and crab types—bold civic symbolism from one of Sicily’s most famous Greek poleis. Coin Highlights: Maker: Akragas (Greek city mint), Sicily Date: c. 425–406 BC Catalog: CNS I, 54; HGC 2, 140 Metal: Æ (Bronze) Grade: NGC Fine Diameter/Edge: 23mm (plain edge, as made) Obverse: Eagle standing right on a hare, head lowered, wings spread Reverse: Crab; below, three pellets and crayfish (control symbols) Type: AE Tetras (large bronze small-change issue) Greek civic issue—no emperor; authority is the city-state itself Ruling authority: Akragas as an independent Greek polis in Sicily Major context: Late Classical-era Sicily, with shifting alliances and mounting regional pressure Key event backdrop: The period ends with the Carthaginian capture of Akragas (406 BC), making coinage of the era especially evocative of a city nearing a historic turning point Coinage purpose: Civic identity and public confidence—iconic designs repeated across denominations for instant recognition Legacy: Akragas remains one of the “must-have” cities for Sicily collectors, and the eagle/crab pairing is among its most collected types Collectibility: This is a high-demand type for collectors of Sicily, Greek bronzes, and “iconic animal” ancient coinage. In Fine condition, you want clear major devices (eagle outline, crab body/legs) and stable surfaces—your piece shows an attractive, aged look with a naturally toned bronze appearance. The additional control symbols (pellets crayfish) add variety appeal beyond a basic crab reverse. Fine more alike here!