100 Litrai - Dionysios I (405 BC - 400 BC) front 100 Litrai - Dionysios I (405 BC - 400 BC) back
100 Litrai - Dionysios I (405 BC - 400 BC) photo
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100 Litrai - Dionysios I 405 BC - 400 BC

 
Gold 5.79 g 13.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Tyrant
Dionysius I the Elder (405 BC - 367 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
405 BC - 400 BC
Value
100 Litrai
Currency
Litra
Composition
Gold
Weight
5.79 g
Diameter
13.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#181916
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Youthful Herakles kneeling to right on rocky ground line, grappling with the Nemean lion

Comment

Pozzi 605; Bérend 13.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 100 Litrai coin featuring Dionysios I is that it is considered one of the most valuable and sought-after ancient Greek coins in existence. Its rarity and historical significance make it a highly prized collector's item, with some examples selling for tens of thousands of dollars at auction.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (405 BC - 400 BC)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 100 Litrai - Dionysios I (405 BC - 400 BC) coin.