Hemistater - Pyrrhus of Epirus (278 BC - 276 BC) front Hemistater - Pyrrhus of Epirus (278 BC - 276 BC) back
Hemistater - Pyrrhus of Epirus (278 BC - 276 BC) photo
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Hemistater - Pyrrhus of Epirus 278 BC - 276 BC

 
Gold 4.27 g -
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
King
Pyrrhus of Epirus (278 BC - 276 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
278 BC - 276 BC
Value
Gold Hemistater (50)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Gold
Weight
4.27 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#389571
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nike advancing left, holding trophy over her left arm and wreath in her right hand; in the upper left field, crescent and below, thunderbolt.

Script: Greek

Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠYPPOY

Comment

BMC (Thessaly) 5 var.; Giesecke pl. 23, 2-3 var.

Interesting fact

The Hemistater coin featuring Pyrrhus of Epirus is notable for its unique design, showcasing the king's portrait on one side and a chariot driver on the other. This coin was minted during Pyrrhus' brief rule over Syracuse, Sicily, and is a rare example of a gold coin from this time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (278 BC - 276 BC)  - - - - - -

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