Litra (354 BC - 344 BC) front Litra (354 BC - 344 BC) back
Litra (354 BC - 344 BC) photo
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Litra 354 BC - 344 BC

 
Silver 0.65 g 9.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Tauromenion (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
354 BC - 344 BC
Value
1 Litra
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.65 g
Diameter
9.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#185485
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Monogram of ΤΑ combined with ΚΑΜ within olive wreath with ties to left

Comment

Campana (Kampanoi) 1; SNG ANS (Campani) 1233; BMC (Campani) 1.

Interesting fact

The Litra coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Sicily and was equivalent to one-third of a Greek drachma. It was made of silver and weighed approximately 0.65 grams. Despite its small size, the Litra coin played an important role in the economy of Tauromenion and surrounding regions during its time.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (354 BC - 344 BC)  - - - - - -

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