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Dekadrachm - Hicetas II 279 BC - 278 BC
| Gold | 4.27 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Hicetas (Ικέτας) (289 BC - 280 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 279 BC - 278 BC |
| Value | Decadrachm (50) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.27 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407576 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike driving biga right; moon above, Θ below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΠΙ ΙΚΕΤΑ
Comment
BAR issue 41; Sartiges 149.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dekadrachm - Hicetas II coin is that it features a unique combination of both Greek and Sicilian elements in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the head of the Greek goddess Arethusa, while the reverse side features a quadriga (a four-horse chariot) driven by a male figure, which is a common motif in Sicilian coinage. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history and cultural exchange that occurred in Sicily during the Hellenistic period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (279 BC - 278 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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