Hemilitron (400 BC - 380 BC) front Hemilitron (400 BC - 380 BC) back
Hemilitron (400 BC - 380 BC) photo
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Hemilitron 400 BC - 380 BC

 
Bronze 18.22 g 24 mm
Description
Issuer
Akragas (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 380 BC
Value
Hemilitron (½)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Bronze
Weight
18.22 g
Diameter
24 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#301724
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Eagle looking right atop Ionic capital at centre; crab at left; six dots at upper right.

Interesting fact

The Hemilitron coin features a unique design element - a small bronze ring attached to the coin's center, which was used as a counterweight to help the coin stay balanced when used as a measure of weight. This feature is not seen in many other ancient coins, making the Hemilitron a standout example of early coinage technology.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (400 BC - 380 BC)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemilitron (400 BC - 380 BC) coin.