Dilitron - Timoleon, Third Democracy (344 BC - 317 BC) front Dilitron - Timoleon, Third Democracy (344 BC - 317 BC) back
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Dilitron - Timoleon, Third Democracy 344 BC - 317 BC

 
Bronze 19.31 g 26 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Tyrant
Timoleon (345 BC - 337 BC)
Period
Third Democracy (337 BC - 317 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
344 BC - 317 BC
Value
2 Litrai
Currency
Litra
Composition
Bronze
Weight
19.31 g
Diameter
26 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#181936
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Horse prancing left

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ

Comment

Virzi 1500–1514; Favorito 17.

Interesting fact

The Dilitron - Timoleon coin features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping out of the water. This symbolized the importance of the sea and maritime trade for the city of Syracuse, which was a major power in the ancient Greek world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (344 BC - 317 BC)  - - - - - -

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