8 Litrai (216 BC - 215 BC) front 8 Litrai (216 BC - 215 BC) back
8 Litrai (216 BC - 215 BC) photo
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8 Litrai 216 BC - 215 BC

 
Silver 6.75 g -
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
216 BC - 215 BC
Value
8 Litrai
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.75 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#399252
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Slow biga driven right by Nike, holding reins with both hands; in right field, MI.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙOI
MI
ΓEΛΩNOΣ

Comment

BMC 533 var. (BA / MI); SNG ANS 895 var. (BA/MI); Burnett, Enna hoard, pl. 4, 52 var. (BA/Φ).

Interesting fact

The 8 Litrai coin from Syracuse (Sicily) features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping out of the water, surrounded by a wreath of laurel leaves. This design was a symbol of the city's maritime power and its connection to the sea.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (216 BC - 215 BC)  - - - - - -

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