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© Nomos AG
Æ - Agathokles 317 BC - 310 BC
| Bronze | 1.61 g | 11.5 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Agathocles (317 BC - 304 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 317 BC - 310 BC |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.61 g |
| Diameter | 11.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#396680 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hound seated to left, his head turned back to right.
Comment
SNG Morcom 748 var. (Apollo with flowing hair).
Interesting fact
The coin features a portrait of Agathokles, the tyrant of Syracuse, on one side, and a quadriga (a chariot pulled by four horses) on the other. This design was meant to showcase Agathokles' military prowess and his ability to conquer and rule over a large territory.
