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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Hemilitron 200 BC - 150 BC
| Bronze | 9.51 g | 21.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kefra (Punic Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 150 BC |
| Value | Hemilitron (½) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 9.51 g |
| Diameter | 21.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#170439 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ethnic within laurel wreath
Interesting fact
The Hemilitron coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient city of Kefra, which was a Punic colony in Sicily. The coin's design features a stylized image of a dolphin, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Punic culture. The coin's bronze composition and relatively small weight also make it an interesting artifact for collectors and historians to study.
