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6 Litrai - Fifth Democracy 214 BC - 212 BC

 
Silver 4.74 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Period
Fifth Democracy (214 BC - 212 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
214 BC - 212 BC
Value
6 Litrai
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.74 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#407728
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nike, holding kentron in right hand, reins in left, driving fast quadriga right; ΣA below, ΣYPAKOΣIΩN in exergue.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΣYPAKOΣIΩN
ΣA

Comment

BAR Issue 90; SNG ANS –; Basel 543 var. (different control letters).

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 6 Litrai coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features the image of a dolphin on its reverse side, which was a symbol of the city's maritime power and wealth during that time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (214 BC - 212 BC)  - - - - - -

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