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Dekadrachm - Dionysius I 405 BC - 370 BC
| Silver | 43.03 g | 37.0 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Dionysius I the Elder (405 BC - 367 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 405 BC - 370 BC |
| Value | Decadrachm (50) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 43.03 g |
| Diameter | 37.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#196110 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Head of the nymph Arethusa to left, wearing a wreath of reeds, triple-pendant earring, and a pearl necklace; four dolphins playing around her, small griffin head to right under chin.
Engraver: Euainetos
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dekadrachm coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features a unique combination of two different designs on its obverse and reverse sides. The obverse side depicts the head of the Greek god Dionysus, while the reverse side shows a quiver filled with arrows, which was a symbol of the god Apollo. This combination of designs reflects the cultural influences of both Greece and Sicily, where the coin was minted.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (405 BC - 370 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Dekadrachm - Dionysius I (405 BC - 370 BC) coin.
