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Dekadrachm - Dionysius I 404 BC - 390 BC
| Silver | 42.68 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Dionysius I the Elder (405 BC - 367 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 404 BC - 390 BC |
| Value | Decadrachm (50) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 42.68 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#408042 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Arethusa left, wearing wreath of grain ears, triple-pendant earring, and pearl necklace; ΣΥ-ΡΑΚ-Ο-ΣΙ-ΩΝ above, four swimming dolphins around, and EY-AINE along lower edge.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΣΥ-ΡΑΚ-Ο-ΣΙ-ΩΝ
EY-AINE
Engraver: Euainetos
Comment
Rizzo pl. LIV, 6–7.
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 portrait of Dionysius I in the style of classical Greek art, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of the Greek goddess Arethusa in the style of indigenous Sicilian art. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the time period in which the coin was minted.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (404 BC - 390 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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