© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Litra 461 BC - 430 BC
| Silver | 0.73 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Naxos (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 461 BC - 430 BC |
| Value | 1 Litra |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.73 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#276058 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bunch of grapes hanging from a vine branch with three leaves.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
Ν Α
ΧΙ
Interesting fact
The Litra coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to one-third of a drachma. It was made of silver and had a distinctive design, featuring the head of the Greek goddess Athena on one side and an owl on the other. The owl was a symbol of wisdom and was often associated with Athena, who was the goddess of wisdom, war, and crafts. The Litra coin was used for everyday transactions and was also used to pay taxes and debts. It was a widely accepted form of currency in the ancient Greek world and was used for many centuries.
