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Hemilitron - Hieron II 275 BC - 265 BC
| Bronze | 5.5 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| King | Hieron II (275 BC - 215 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 275 BC - 265 BC |
| Value | Hemilitron (½) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.5 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#364452 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Bull butting to left on groundline; in exergue, ΙΕ; above bull, club to left over Δ.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
Δ
ΙΕ
Interesting fact
The Hemilitron - Hieron II coin features a unique design element that sets it apart from other coins of its time. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of Hieron II, while the reverse side features a dolphin, which was a symbol of the city of Syracuse. This combination of a human figure and an animal on opposite sides of the coin was a distinctive feature of Syracusan coins during this period, and it signified the close relationship between the city and its rulers.
