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Didrachm - Second Democracy 410 BC - 405 BC
| Gold | 0.66 g | 8.0 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Democracy (465 BC - 405 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 410 BC - 405 BC |
| Value | Didrachm (10) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 0.66 g |
| Diameter | 8.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#189251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Aegis
Comment
Rizzo pl. XLVIII, 6; Boehringer, Essays Thompson p. 16 and pl. 38, 9; Gulbenkian -; Pozzi -;BMC Sicily pg. 164, 318.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Didrachm - Second Democracy (410 BC - 405 BC) from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features the image of a quadriga, or a chariot pulled by four horses, on its obverse side. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and symbolized the power and prestige of the issuing city-state. The use of gold for the coin's material also signifies the wealth and prosperity of Syracuse during this period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (410 BC - 405 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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