Litra (430 BC - 415 BC) front Litra (430 BC - 415 BC) back
Litra (430 BC - 415 BC) photo
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Litra 430 BC - 415 BC

 
Silver 0.65 g 12.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Katane (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
430 BC - 415 BC
Value
1 Litra
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.65 g
Diameter
12.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#169040
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Upright winged thunderbolt with two shields flanking

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΚΑΤ-Α-ΝΑΙΩΝ

Comment

Rizzo pl. XIV 19.

Interesting fact

The Litra coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and Sicily, and its design featured the image of a dolphin, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in Greek mythology.