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Hemilitron - Timoleon 344 BC - 317 BC
| Bronze | 7.72 g | 20.5 mm |
| 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 | 7.72 g |
| Diameter | 20.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#399502 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Swastika; ΣYPAKOΣIΩN around.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣYPAKOΣIΩN
Comment
Virzi 1560.
Interesting fact
The Hemilitron - Timoleon coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is interesting because it features a unique combination of two different rulers on the same coin. The obverse side features the portrait of Timoleon, a Greek statesman and military leader, while the reverse side features the image of Hemilitron, a mythical creature that is half-human and half-lion. This coin is a rare example of a coin that combines both historical and mythological elements, making it a fascinating piece for collectors and historians.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (344 BC - 317 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemilitron - Timoleon (344 BC - 317 BC) coin.
