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Hemilitra 420 BC - 410 BC
Bronze | 6.45 g | 20.5 mm |
Issuer | Himera (Sicily) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 420 BC - 410 BC |
Value | Hemilitron (½) |
Currency | Litra |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 6.45 g |
Diameter | 20.5 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#388532 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike flying left, holding open wreath and hem of cloak; in left field, six pellets.
Script: Greek
Lettering: IMEPAION
Comment
Kraay, The Bronze Coinage of Himera, Suppl. AIIN 25, 2 (a) and pl. VI, 10.
Interesting fact
The Hemilitra coin from Himera (Sicily) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and indigenous Sicilian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Greek-style head of the goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a Sicilian-style image of a crab, which was a symbol of the city of Himera. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich cultural diversity of Sicily during the ancient Greek period.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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ND (420 BC - 410 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemilitra (420 BC - 410 BC) coin.