Ivy-wreathed Silenus / Thunderbolt & Shields
Katane (Sicily) - Litra
Description
Obverse: Ivy-wreathed head of Silenus to left
Reverse: Winged thunderbolt between two shields
Light iridescent tone and very fine
Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Composition | Silver |
| Issuer | Katane |
| Ruling Authority | Unknown |
| Period of Issue | 420 BC - 410 BC |
| Weight | 0.75 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Orientation | ↑↑ 12h |
| Denomination | Litra |
| Standard | Sicilian Litra |
| References | de Luynes #891; SNG ANS 4 #1266-1267 |
Provenance
| Location | Description | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Qatar | The Collection of Greek Coins of a Man in Love with Art | - |
| United Kingdom | Oct 12, 2025 | |
| United States | Lelouch Collection | Current |