© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Litra - Agathokles 295 BC - 289 BC
| Bronze | 5.50 g | - |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| King | Agathocles (304 BC - 289 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 295 BC - 289 BC |
| Value | 1 Litra |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.50 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#397901 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion advancing right, raising left foreleg; above, club and in exergue, torch.
Interesting fact
The Litra coin featuring Agathokles (295 BC - 289 BC) from Syracuse (Sicily) is notable for its unique design. The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of Agathokles, while the reverse side depicts a charioteer driving a quadriga, which is a four-horse chariot. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and symbolized the power and prestige of the ruler. The use of bronze in the coin's minting also signifies its value as a medium of exchange and its durability over time.
