Syracuse Dekadrachm - Hieron II, -275 – -215
Information
Country
Syracuse
Syracuse
Currency
Litra
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Decadrachm
Year
-275 – -215
Ruler
Hieron II
(-275–-215)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
4.28
Diameter (mm)
16
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Decadrachm from Syracuse. Issued from -275 to -215. Struck in Gold. Measures 16 mm and weighs 4.28 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Persephone to left, wearing wreath of grain ears, pendant earring and pearl necklace; behind, poppy.
- Reverse
- Nike driving fast biga to right, holding reins in her left hand and kentron in her right; below, monogram of AΓ.
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (275 BC - 215 BC) | — |
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