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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
16 Litrai - Philistis 240 BC - 215 BC
| Silver | 13.58 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| King | Hieron II (275 BC - 215 BC) |
| Queen | Philistis (275 BC - 215 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 240 BC - 215 BC |
| Value | 16 Litrai |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.58 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407276 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike, holding reins in both hands, driving fast quadriga right; KI above, grain ear below.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΙΣΣΑΣ
KI
ΦΙΛΙΣΤΙΔΟΣ
Comment
CCO 62; BAR Issue 65; Ward 338.
Interesting fact
The 16 Litrai coin from Syracuse (Sicily) featuring Philistis (240 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 significant piece of numismatic history.
