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12 Litrai - Fifth Democracy 214 BC - 212 BC

 
Silver 10.16 g 24.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Period
Fifth Democracy (214 BC - 212 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
214 BC - 212 BC
Value
12 Litrai
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
10.16 g
Diameter
24.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#236320
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Artemis, wearing hunting dress, standing left, drawing her bow; at her feet, hunting dog leaping to left; in field to left, ΜΙ

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ
ΜΙ

Comment

BAR Issue 84.

Interesting fact

The 12 Litrai coin from Syracuse (Sicily) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping out of the water. This symbolized the city's strong maritime tradition and its dependence on the sea for trade and commerce.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (214 BC - 212 BC)  - - - - - -

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