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100 Litrai - Agathocles 304 BC - 289 BC
| Gold | 5.69 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| King | Agathocles (304 BC - 289 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 304 BC - 289 BC |
| Value | 100 Litrai |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 5.69 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Winged thunderbolt.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΓΑΘΟΚΛΕΟΣ
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΟΣ
TP
Comment
Bérend, l'or 17; BAR Issue 29.
Interesting fact
The 100 Litrai coin featuring Agathocles (304 BC - 289 BC) from Syracuse (Sicily) is considered one of the rarest and most valuable ancient Greek coins in existence, with only a few known examples surviving to this day. Its value lies not only in its gold content but also in its historical significance, as it was minted during the reign of a powerful and influential leader who played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape of ancient Greece.
