Hemilitron (339 BC - 307 BC) front Hemilitron (339 BC - 307 BC) back
Hemilitron (339 BC - 307 BC) photo
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Hemilitron 339 BC - 307 BC

 
Bronze 14.11 g 21.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Enna (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
339 BC - 307 BC
Value
Hemilitron (½)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Bronze
Weight
14.11 g
Diameter
21.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#153098
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of bull with filleted horns facing slightly right

Comment

Castrizio 6.

Interesting fact

The Hemilitron coin from Enna (Sicily) has a unique design feature - it has a rectangular hole in the center, which was used to thread a cord or string through, allowing the coin to be worn as a pendant or amulet. This suggests that the coin served both as a medium of exchange and as a symbol of status or protection.