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Dekadrachm - Dionysios I 405 BC - 367 BC
| Silver | 41.24 g | 37.5 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Dionysius I the Elder (405 BC - 367 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 405 BC - 367 BC |
| Value | Decadrachm (50) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 41.24 g |
| Diameter | 37.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407448 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Arethousa left, wearing wreath of grain ears, triple-pendant earring, and pearl necklace; ΣΥ-ΡΑ-Κ-Ο-ΣΙΩΝ above, scallop shell behind neck, four dolphins swimming around.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΥ-ΡΑ-Κ-Ο-ΣΙΩΝ
Comment
Scavino 53; Warren 359; Consul Weber 686.
Unsigned dies in the style of 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 ruler Dionysios I, while the reverse (back) side features a more stylized and abstract depiction of the god Dionysus, after whom the ruler was named. This blending of styles reflects the cultural fusion that occurred in Sicily during the time period, where Greek and indigenous Sicilian influences came together to create a distinctive artistic tradition.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (405 BC - 367 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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