Dekadrachm - Agathokles (317 BC - 310 BC) front Dekadrachm - Agathokles (317 BC - 310 BC) back
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Dekadrachm - Agathokles 317 BC - 310 BC

 
Gold 4.26 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Tyrant
Agathocles (317 BC - 304 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
317 BC - 310 BC
Value
Decadrachm (50)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.26 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#407234
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Charioteer, holding kentron in extended right hand and reins in left, driving galloping biga right; triskeles below, ΣYP-AK-OΣ-I-Ω-И around.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΣYP-AK-OΣ-I-Ω-И

Comment

Bérend, l’or, pl. 9, 1; BAR Issue 1; Pozzi 639–640.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Dekadrachm - Agathokles coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Sicilian influences in its design. The coin's obverse side bears the image of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a depiction of a quadriga, a four-horse chariot, which was a common motif in ancient Sicilian art. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history and cultural exchange that occurred in the ancient Mediterranean world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (317 BC - 310 BC)  - - - - - -

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