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Pentonkion 200 BC - 100 BC
| Bronze | 4.1 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Menainon (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 100 BC |
| Value | Pentonkion (5⁄12) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#368694 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Nike driving galloping biga right.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
MENA
INΩN
Translation: Menainon
Interesting fact
The Pentonkion coin was used in ancient Sicily and had a unique design that featured a human face on one side and a horse on the other. This design was meant to symbolize the connection between humans and nature, and it was a distinctive feature of the coin that set it apart from other coins of its time.