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50 Litrai - Dionysius I 400 BC - 370 BC
| Gold | 2.86 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Dionysius I the Elder (405 BC - 367 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 370 BC |
| Value | Decadrachm (50) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 2.86 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407925 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse prancing right on exergue line inscribed ΣYPAKOΣIΩN; all within shallow incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣYPAKOΣIΩN
Comment
Woodward 130; Bement 507; Warren 354.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 50 Litrai coin featuring Dionysius I is that it was issued during his reign as a tyrant of Syracuse, a city-state in ancient Sicily. Despite being made of gold, the coin was used as a standard circulation coin, indicating the wealth and prosperity of Syracuse during Dionysius' rule.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (400 BC - 370 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Litrai - Dionysius I (400 BC - 370 BC) coin.
