Catalogus
| Uitgever | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Jaar | 214 BC - 212 BC |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Waarde | 12 Litrai |
| Valuta | Litra |
| Samenstelling | Silver |
| Gewicht | 10.1 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Dikte | |
| Vorm | Round (irregular) |
| Techniek | Hammered |
| Oriëntatie | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Graveur(s) | |
| In omloop tot | |
| Referentie(s) | Burnett Enna#35 5#1434 |
| Beschrijving voorzijde | Head of Athena left, wearing Corinthian helmet. |
|---|---|
| Schrift voorzijde | |
| Opschrift voorzijde | |
| Beschrijving keerzijde | Artemis standing left, firing bow; at her feet, hound running left. |
| Schrift keerzijde | Greek |
| Opschrift keerzijde | ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ ΛΥ |
| Rand | |
| Muntplaats | |
| Oplage |
ND (214 BC - 212 BC) - - |
| Numisquare-ID | 6912893210 |
| Aanvullende informatie |
Historical Context: The 12 Litrai silver issue of Syracuse (214-212 BC) marks a pivotal, tragic era. After Hieron II's death, Syracuse re-established as the 'Fifth Democracy'. Caught in the Second Punic War, the city faced a relentless Roman siege under Marcellus. This coinage financed its desperate defense, serving as a poignant numismatic testament to Syracuse's final struggle for independence. Its production ceased with the city's fall to Rome in 212 BC, ending its autonomy.
Artistry: Engravers for this late Hellenistic period are anonymous, yet the 12 Litrai's artistry upholds Syracuse's renowned numismatic tradition