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5 Litrai - Philistis 217 BC - 215 BC
| Silver | 4.45 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| King | Hieron II (275 BC - 215 BC) |
| Queen | Philistis (275 BC - 215 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 217 BC - 215 BC |
| Value | 5 Litrai |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.45 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#399521 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike driving fast quadriga right, holding reins in both hands; E to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΙΣΣΑΣ ΦΙΛΙΣΤΙΔΟΣ
E
Comment
CCO 224 (D4/R3); BAR Issue 68.
Interesting fact
The 5 Litrai coin from Syracuse (Sicily) featuring Philistis (217 BC - 215 BC) is interesting because it is one of the few coins from ancient Greece that depicts a woman in a non-mythological context. Philistis was a prominent female figure in Syracuse, known for her wisdom and political influence. Her image on the coin reflects the importance of women in the society of that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (217 BC - 215 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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