© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Hemilitra 500 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 0.36 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Sicilian city (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | Hemilitron (½) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.36 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#429524 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sun-burst of 16 rays.
Comment
HNItaly -; Buceti -; SNG Copenhagen -; SNG ANS -; SNG Budapest -; SNG München -, unpublished in the standard references.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hemilitra coin is that 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 wheat ear, symbolizing the fertility of the island. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich cultural diversity of Sicily during the time period.