Horse Head / Two Pellets
Gela (Sicily) - Hexas (⅙ Litra)
Description
Obverse: Head of bridled horse right.
Reverse: Two pellets (mark of value).
Also known as a Dionkion. Toned and porous. Near Very Fine. Very Rare.
Details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Composition | Silver |
| Issuer | Gela |
| Ruling Authority | Unknown |
| Period of Issue | 480 BC - 470 BC |
| Weight | 0.09 g |
| Diameter | 5.99 mm |
| Orientation | ↑↑ 4h |
| Denomination | Hexas (⅙ Litra) |
| Standard | Sicilian Litra |
| References | Jenkins, Gela #200 (Group II); HGC 2 #377 |
| Not In | SNG ANS 4 |
Provenance
| Location | Description | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | Jul 19, 2026 | |
| United States | Lelouch Collection | Current |