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Sicily, Syracuse.
Bronze struck under Pyrrhus of Epirus, c. 278-276 BC.
Obverse: ΣΥΡΑΚΟΣΙΩΝ, head of Heracles facing left, wearing lion skin headdress, cornucopiae behind.
Reverse: Athena Promachos advancing right, holding spear and shield.
(CNS 175 var (symbol)).
Pleasing green patina. Extremely fine.
9.55g.
| Period | c 278 - 276 BC |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 278-276 BC |
| Coin Group | Ancient Greece |
| Denomination | Unit |
| Coin Ruler | Syracuse |
| Country | Italy and Sicily |
| Coin House | Sicily |
| Metal | Bronze |
| References | CNS 175 var (symbol). |
| Weight | 9.55 g |
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