5 Litrai (218 BC - 214 BC) front 5 Litrai (218 BC - 214 BC) back
5 Litrai (218 BC - 214 BC) photo
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5 Litrai 218 BC - 214 BC

 
Silver 4.46 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Queen
Philistis (275 BC - 215 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
218 BC - 214 BC
Value
5 Litrai
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.46 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#278424
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Goddess Nike driving a biga.

Script: Greek

Interesting fact

The 5 Litrai coin from Syracuse (Sicily) made of Silver weighing 4.46 g is interesting because it features the image of a dolphin on its reverse side, which was a symbol of the city of Syracuse and represented its maritime power and wealth.