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Litra - Hicetas 282 BC - 278 BC
| Bronze | 8.47 g | 24 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 | 8.47 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#403069 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle standing left on thunderbolt; to left, A above star.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΙΩΝ
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 common symbol of the ancient Greek city-state of Syracuse, while the reverse side features a quadriga, or a chariot pulled by four horses. This combination of symbols may have been intended to represent the city's maritime power and its connection to the Greek mainland.
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.
