© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Litra 445 BC - 439 BC
| Silver | 0.72 g | 11.5 mm |
| Issuer | Messana (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 445 BC - 439 BC |
| Value | 1 Litra |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.72 g |
| Diameter | 11.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#393279 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
MEΣ within olive wreath with ties to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΕΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Litra coin from Messana (Sicily) is that it features a unique blend of Greek and indigenous Sicilian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Greek-style head of the nymph Arethusa, while the reverse side features a Sicilian-style image of a crab, which was a symbol of the city of Messana. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history and cultural exchange that occurred in Sicily during the ancient Greek period.
