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Dekadrachm - Dionysius I 404 BC - 390 BC
| Silver | 42.69 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 | 42.69 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#408044 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Arethusa left, wearing wreath of grain ears, triple-pendant earring, and pearl necklace; ΣΥ-ΡΑ-Κ-ΟΣ-ΙΩΝ above, Δ below chin, four swimming dolphins around, and EY-AINE along lower edge.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΣΥ-ΡΑ-Κ-ΟΣ-ΙΩΝ
Δ
EY-AINE
Engraver: Euainetos
Comment
Rizzo pl. LIV, 5 and pl. LVI, 5; SNG ANS –.
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 a more realistic, naturalistic style, while the reverse (back) side features a depiction of the Greek goddess Athena in a more stylized, abstract manner. This blending of styles is a notable example of the artistic innovation and cultural exchange that occurred during the Hellenistic period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (404 BC - 390 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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