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| Emissor | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Ano | 214 BC - 212 BC |
| Tipo | Standard circulation coin |
| Valor | 12 Litrai |
| Moeda | Litra |
| Composição | Silver |
| Peso | 10.1 g |
| Diâmetro | 24 mm |
| Espessura | |
| Formato | Round (irregular) |
| Técnica | Hammered |
| Orientação | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Gravador(es) | |
| Em circulação até | |
| Referência(s) | Burnett Enna#35 5#1434 |
| Descrição do anverso | Head of Athena left, wearing Corinthian helmet. |
|---|---|
| Escrita do anverso | |
| Legenda do anverso | |
| Descrição do reverso | Artemis standing left, firing bow; at her feet, hound running left. |
| Escrita do reverso | Greek |
| Legenda do reverso | ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ ΛΥ |
| Bordo | |
| Casa da moeda | |
| Tiragem |
ND (214 BC - 212 BC) - - |
| ID Numisquare | 6912893210 |
| Informações adicionais |
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