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Dekadrachm - Dionysios I 400 BC - 390 BC
| Silver | 43.28 g | - |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Dionysius I the Elder (405 BC - 367 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 390 BC |
| Value | Decadrachm (50) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 43.28 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#408074 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Head of Arethusa to left, wearing wreath of reeds, pendant earring and necklace; around her head, four dolphins; below her chin, pellet; behind her neck, eight-pointed star.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ
Engraver: Euainetos
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dekadrachm coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features a unique combination of two different artistic styles: the obverse (front) side features a classical Greek portrait of the goddess Arethusa, while the reverse (back) side depicts a more stylized and abstract image of a quadriga (a chariot pulled by four horses). This blend of styles reflects the cultural influences of the time and adds to the coin's artistic and historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (400 BC - 390 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Dekadrachm - Dionysios I (400 BC - 390 BC) coin.
