Hemilitron - Dionysios I (405 BC - 367 BC) front Hemilitron - Dionysios I (405 BC - 367 BC) back
Hemilitron - Dionysios I (405 BC - 367 BC) photo
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Hemilitron - Dionysios I 405 BC - 367 BC

 
Bronze 3.65 g 18.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Tyrant
Dionysius I the Elder (405 BC - 367 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
405 BC - 367 BC
Value
Hemilitron (½)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Bronze
Weight
3.65 g
Diameter
18.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#189480
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Dolphin swimming to right above shell

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΣΥΡΑ

Translation: Syra(cuse)

Comment

Boehringer, Essays Thompson pl. 39, 39; Favorito 12.

Interesting fact

The Hemilitron - Dionysios I coin features an image of a sileni, a mythical creature that is half-man and half-horse, on its reverse side. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek art and symbolized the power and strength of the city of Syracuse.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (405 BC - 367 BC)  - - - - - -

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