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16 Litrai 214 BC - 212 BC

 
Silver 13.44 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Period
Fifth Democracy (214 BC - 212 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
214 BC - 212 BC
Value
16 Litrai
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
13.44 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#272953
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Nike driving fast quadriga right, reins in both hands and kentron in right; ΞΑ below horses' forelegs

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ
ΞΑ

Comment

BAR issue 83; Burnett 3; Bement 560.

Interesting fact

The 16 Litrai coin from Syracuse (Sicily) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping out of the water, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was a symbol of the city's maritime power and its connection to the sea.

Price

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

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 16 Litrai (214 BC - 212 BC) coin.