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Hemilitron - Dionysios I 405 BC - 367 BC
Bronze | 3.65 g | 18.0 mm |
Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
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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 |
Numista | N#189480 |
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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 |
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ND (405 BC - 367 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemilitron - Dionysios I (405 BC - 367 BC) coin.