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Onkion Campanian mercenaries 410 BC - 409 BC
Silver | 0.06 g | 4.0 mm |
Issuer | Entella (Sicily) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 410 BC - 409 BC |
Value | Onkia (1⁄12) |
Currency | Litra |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.06 g |
Diameter | 4.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#185889 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pellet
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Onkion coin is that it features a unique blend of Greek and indigenous Sicilian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a Campanian mercenary warrior, while the reverse side features a rendition of the Sicilian goddess of fertility, Aphrodite. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the diverse cultural landscape of Sicily during the 5th century BC and highlights the complex historical context in which the coin was minted.