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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Litra - Hicetas 282 BC - 278 BC
| Bronze | 11.29 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Hicetas (Ικέτας) (289 BC - 280 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 282 BC - 278 BC |
| Value | 1 Litra |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 11.29 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#403068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Eagle standing left on thunderbolt.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ
Comment
BAR Issue 39.
Interesting fact
The Litra - Hicetas coin features a unique combination of two different animal symbols on its obverse and reverse sides. The obverse side depicts a dolphin, which was a symbol of the sea and navigation, while the reverse side features a stag, which represented land and fertility. This combination of marine and terrestrial symbols may have been intended to represent the city of Syracuse's strong connection to both the sea and the land.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (282 BC - 278 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Litra - Hicetas (282 BC - 278 BC) coin.
