Litra (480 BC - 461 BC) front Litra (480 BC - 461 BC) back
Litra (480 BC - 461 BC) photo
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Litra 480 BC - 461 BC

 
Silver 0.44 g 10 mm
Description
Issuer
Messana (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
480 BC - 461 BC
Value
1 Litra
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.44 g
Diameter
10 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#393350
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

MES within dotted border.

Script: Greek

Lettering: MES

Interesting fact

The Litra coin from Messana (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 Aphrodite on the other.