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16 Litrai - Philistis 218 BC - 215 BC
| Silver | 13.42 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| King | Hieron II (275 BC - 215 BC) |
| Queen | Philistis (275 BC - 215 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 218 BC - 215 BC |
| Value | 16 Litrai |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.42 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407573 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike, holding reins in both hands, driving slow quadriga right; crescent above, A to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
BAΣIΛIΣΣAΣ – ΦIΛIΣTIΔΟΣ
A
Comment
CCO 213; BAR Issue 65.
Interesting fact
The 16 Litrai coin from Syracuse (Sicily) featuring Philistis (218 BC - 215 BC) is interesting because it is one of the earliest coins to feature a female figure on one side and a male figure on the other. This coin was issued during a time when women were not typically depicted on coins, making it a unique and notable example of ancient numismatics.
