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Dekadrachm - Hieron II
| Issuer | Syracuse |
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| Year | 275 BC - 215 BC |
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| Shape | Round (irregular) |
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| Reverse description | A biga drawn by two galloping horses to the left, driven by a charioteer wearing a helmet and short tunic, leaning forward with outstretched arm holding the reins; beneath the horses, a groundline decorated with floral or leaf ornaments rendered in fine detail. The Greek legend IEPΩΝΟΣ (of Hieron) appears along the lower exergue, identifying the issuing authority as Hieron II, king of Syracuse. The composition is dynamic and vigorous, reflecting the high artistic standards of Sicilian Greek numismatics. |
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| Reverse lettering | IEPΩΝΟΣ |
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| Mint | Syracuse Mint |
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