Litra - Hicetas (287 BC - 283 BC) front Litra - Hicetas (287 BC - 283 BC) back
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Litra - Hicetas 287 BC - 283 BC

 
Bronze 10.62 g 23.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Syracuse (Sicily)
Tyrant
Hicetas (Ικέτας) (289 BC - 280 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
287 BC - 283 BC
Value
1 Litra
Currency
Litra
Composition
Bronze
Weight
10.62 g
Diameter
23.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#407820
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nike driving galloping biga right; star above.

Comment

BAR Issue 38.

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 city of Syracuse, while the reverse side features a stag, which was a symbol of the goddess Artemis. This blend of symbols represents the city's connection to both the sea and the land, as well as its religious beliefs.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (287 BC - 283 BC)  - - - - - -

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