Sicilian Coins (499 BCE)
For translation methodology see: How to Translate Alphabetic Akkadian Texts
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Because alphabetic Akkadian was unknown until recently scholars could not translate it. Therefore, they assumed this text was only the name "Zankle" despite the fact that the letter Z is not even in the text. Photo from http://www.cotebasqueencheres.com/lots/110071-sicile-zancle-messine-vers-490-avant-j-c
So Called "Zankle" Coin Minted in Sicily 500-493 BCE
So Called "Zankle" Coin Minted in Sicily 500-493 BCE
(June 3, 2023, updated March 17, 2025) In an amazing example of group think these coins do not say "Zankle" but say "Dankle" with a D! Yet all the coin dealers claim this is a "zankle" coin.
Fish images represent energy and motion powers from a conflation of the the Akkadian words ziqu meaning breath, wind, spirit (motion power manifestations) and ziqqatû which means "fish." The /t/ ending in Akkadian is also a feminine word modifier so a spiritual power is also a "lady-fish."
The text is talking about how motion powers (energy) do not affect the life powers.
The text style is Etruscan yet it is written in the Greek direction (right to left).
Translation in Akkadian
(Read left to right in the Greek style. Capital letters on coin. Small letters are inferred inner vowels. Verb is italic bold)Translation in Akkadian
- Du ANu Ku Gi E (Med 31.1)
In English.
In English.
- Life-Manifestation's considerations will involve energizing nothing
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