Hemilitron (354 BC - 344 BC) front Hemilitron (354 BC - 344 BC) back
Hemilitron (354 BC - 344 BC) photo
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Hemilitron 354 BC - 344 BC

 
Bronze 18.6 g 24.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Adranon (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
354 BC - 344 BC
Value
Hemilitron (½)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Bronze
Weight
18.6 g
Diameter
24.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#152959
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Kithara

Comment

Castrizio Series II, 1; Rizzo pl. LIX, 18; SNG Morcom -; SNG Lloyd -.

Interesting fact

The Hemilitron coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Sicily and features an image of a mythical creature called a "Hemilitron," which is a half-human, half-lion creature. This coin was minted during the reign of King Leptines, who ruled over the city-state of Adranon in the 4th century BC. Despite being made of bronze, the Hemilitron coin was considered valuable and was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (354 BC - 344 BC)  - - - - - -

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