Hemilitron - Timoleon (344 BC - 317 BC) front Hemilitron - Timoleon (344 BC - 317 BC) back
Hemilitron - Timoleon (344 BC - 317 BC) photo
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Hemilitron - Timoleon 344 BC - 317 BC

 
Bronze 2.57 g 13.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Tyrant
Timoleon (345 BC - 337 BC)
Period
Third Democracy (337 BC - 317 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
344 BC - 317 BC
Value
Hemilitron (½)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.57 g
Diameter
13.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#189252
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Syrinx with nine pipes within oak wreath

Comment

Favorito 76; Virzi 1421.

Interesting fact

The Hemilitron - Timoleon coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and indigenous Sicilian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of Timoleon, a prominent Greek statesman and military leader, while the reverse side features a representation of the indigenous Sicilian goddess, Hemilitron. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history and cultural exchange that occurred in Sicily during the Hellenistic period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (344 BC - 317 BC)  - - - - - -

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