Litra (450 BC - 440 BC) front Litra (450 BC - 440 BC) back
Litra (450 BC - 440 BC) photo
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Litra 450 BC - 440 BC

 
Silver 0.71 g -
Description
Issuer
Enna (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
450 BC - 440 BC
Value
1 Litra
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.71 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#153094
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Demeter standing facing, head left, holding torch over altar.

Interesting fact

The Litra coin from Enna (Sicily) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and had a unique design, featuring the image of a dolphin on one side and the Greek goddess Athena on the other.