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Hemilitron 405 BC
405 BC year| Bronze | 4.18 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Democracy (465 BC - 405 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 405 BC |
| Value | Hemilitron (½) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.18 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407204 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wheel of four spokes; retrograde ethnic in upper quarters, dolphins in lower quarters.
Script: Greek (retrograde)
Lettering: ΣΥ-ΡΑ
Translation: Syra(cuse)
Comment
Holloway, Further, Series 3.
Interesting fact
The Hemilitron coin from Syracuse (Sicily) has an interesting fact: it features the image of a dolphin, which was a symbol of the city and represented its maritime power and prosperity.
