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Dekadrachm - Hieron II 275 BC - 215 BC
| Gold | 4.28 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| King | Hieron II (275 BC - 215 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275 BC - 215 BC |
| Value | Decadrachm (50) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.28 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#385025 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike driving fast biga to right, holding reins in her left hand and kentron in her right; below, monogram of AΓ.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
IEPΩΝΟΣ
AΓ
Comment
Carroccio 51; BAR issue 55.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dekadrachm - Hieron II (275 BC - 215 BC) from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and a quadriga (a chariot pulled by four horses) on the other, which was a symbol of the city's power and wealth.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (275 BC - 215 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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