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Æ 400 BC - 300 BC
Bronze | 3.97 g | 15.0 mm |
Issuer | Lopadusa (Sicily) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 400 BC - 300 BC |
Currency | Litra |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 3.97 g |
Diameter | 15.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#169967 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Tunny facing right
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique combination of Greek and indigenous Sicilian elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Greek-style head of the goddess Athena, while the reverse side shows a Sicilian-style image of a crab, which was a symbol of the island's fertility and abundance. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich cultural diversity of ancient Sicily and the exchange of ideas between different civilizations.