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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Litra 400 BC - 380 BC
| Silver | 0.64 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Eryx (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 380 BC |
| Value | 1 Litra |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.64 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#386177 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
River god standing to left; ARK (in Punic) above.
Script: Phoenician
Interesting fact
The Litra coin from Eryx (Sicily) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design. One side of the coin features the head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the other side features an image of a dolphin. The dolphin was a symbol of the city of Eryx, and it's believed that the coin was used as a way to promote the city's maritime trade and commerce.
