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100 Litrai - Agathocles 317 BC - 289 BC
Electrum | 6.70 g | 19 mm |
Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
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Tyrant | Agathocles (317 BC - 304 BC) |
King | Agathocles (304 BC - 289 BC) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 317 BC - 289 BC |
Value | 100 Litrai |
Currency | Litra |
Composition | Electrum |
Weight | 6.70 g |
Diameter | 19 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#408123 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Diademed head of Artemis Soteira to right, wearing pendant earring and pearl nicklace.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΩTEIPA
Comment
Jenkins Group D.
Possibly only two specimens known.
Interesting fact
The 100 Litrai coin featuring Agathocles (317 BC - 289 BC) from Syracuse (Sicily) is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a few examples known to exist in mint condition. Its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after piece among numismatists and collectors of ancient coins.