© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Hemidrachm 344 BC - 317 BC
| Bronze | 14.81 g | 24 mm |
| 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 | Hemidrachm (5⁄2) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 14.81 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#389457 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Thunderbolt upright; to right, eagle.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΥ – ΡΑΚO – ΣΙΩΝ
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Syracuse (Sicily) has an interesting fact that it was used as a form of payment for mercenaries during the Hellenistic period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (344 BC - 317 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemidrachm (344 BC - 317 BC) coin.
