© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Dekadrachm - Hiketas II 287 BC - 278 BC
| Gold | 4.22 g | - |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Hicetas (Ικέτας) (289 BC - 280 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 287 BC - 278 BC |
| Value | Decadrachm (50) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.22 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#387525 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Prancing biga driven right by Nike, holding kentron and reins; above, moon. Above horses, Φ and below, Θ. In exergue, ΕΠΙ ΙΚΕΤΑ.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΠΙ ΙΚΕΤΑ
Comment
Buttrey NC 1973, 4-Ig.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Dekadrachm - Hiketas II coin is that it features the image of a dolphin on one side, which was a symbol of the city of Syracuse and represented the city's connection to the sea.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (287 BC - 278 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Dekadrachm - Hiketas II (287 BC - 278 BC) coin.
