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Hemilitron - Pyrrhus of Epirus 278 BC - 276 BC
| Bronze | 6.60 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| King | Pyrrhus of Epirus (278 BC - 276 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 278 BC - 276 BC |
| Value | Hemilitron (½) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.60 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#433168 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠYPPOY and grain ear within oak wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΠΥΡΡΟΥ
Interesting fact
The Hemilitron - Pyrrhus of Epirus coin features a unique combination of two different rulers on its obverse and reverse sides. The obverse side bears the image of Pyrrhus, the King of Epirus, while the reverse side features the image of Hemilitron, a local Sicilian ruler. This unusual design was likely a result of the political alliance between the two rulers, and it highlights the complex historical context in which the coin was minted.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (278 BC - 276 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemilitron - Pyrrhus of Epirus (278 BC - 276 BC) coin.
