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Hemilitron 425 BC - 420 BC
| Bronze | 3.34 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Democracy (465 BC - 405 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 420 BC |
| Value | Hemilitron (½) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.34 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#408134 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Octopus with entangled front tentacles.
Interesting fact
The Hemilitron coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is interesting because it features a unique combination of both Greek and indigenous Sicilian elements. On one side, it depicts a traditional Greek design of a charioteer, while on the other side, it features a native Sicilian mythological creature, the "Syracusan Nymph", which is a half-woman, half-fish figure. This blending of cultures reflects the rich history of Sicily as a melting pot of different civilizations.
