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© Roma Numismatics Limited
100 Litrai - Dionysios I 405 BC - 400 BC
| Gold | 5.78 g | 15 mm |
| 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 | 5.78 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407194 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Herakles kneeling to right, strangling the Nemean Lion.
Comment
Bérend 30.
Interesting fact
The 100 Litrai coin featuring Dionysios I from Syracuse (Sicily) is considered one of the most valuable ancient Greek coins in existence, with some specimens selling for millions of dollars at auction.
