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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Hemilitron 354 BC - 344 BC
| Bronze | 26.40 g | 29.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mytistratos (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 354 BC - 344 BC |
| Value | Hemilitron (½) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 26.40 g |
| Diameter | 29.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#170397 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Y M and six pellets within laurel wreath
Interesting fact
The Hemilitron coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Sicily during the rule of Mytistratos, and its design features a unique blend of Greek and indigenous Sicilian elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts the head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a Sicilian mythological creature known as a "kalops," which is a type of horse-like animal with a large horn on its forehead. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich cultural diversity of ancient Sicily and the exchange of ideas between different civilizations.