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100 Litrai - Agathocles 317 BC - 289 BC

 
Electrum 6.70 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
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
References
Numista
N#408123
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.