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Hemilitron 415 BC - 405 BC
| Bronze | 3.8 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Democracy (465 BC - 405 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 415 BC - 405 BC |
| Value | Hemilitron (½) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.8 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#106422 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Four-spoke wheel; In the two upper quarters, the ethics of the city in abridged form; In each of the two lower quarters, dolphins.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΥ-ΡΑ
Translation: Syra(cuse)
Interesting fact
The Hemilitron coin was used in ancient Greece and was equivalent to half a litra, hence its name "Hemilitron" which means "half litra" in Greek. It was widely used in the city of Syracuse, located in Sicily, and was made of bronze. Despite its small denomination, the Hemilitron was an important coin in the ancient Greek economy, as it was used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the city's wealth and prosperity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (415 BC - 405 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemilitron (415 BC - 405 BC) coin.
