1 Hemiobol - Phseigacharis Kashkadarya
| Silver | 0.24 g | 8 mm |
| Issuer | Kashkadarya Valley (Sogdiana (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Ruling authority | Phseigacharis (circa 50-125) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 50-125 |
| Value | Hemiobol (1⁄12) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.24 g |
| Diameter | 8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#198968 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hercules standing holding club to the right, all surrounded by Greek legend.
Lettering: ΦCEIΓAΧAΡIC
Translation: Phseigacharis
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Hemiobol coin was used in the ancient Sogdian city of Phseigacharis (now modern-day Kashkadarya Valley in Uzbekistan) during the 50-125 AD period. It's made of silver and weighs only 0.24 grams, which is unusually light for a coin of its time. This suggests that the coin may have been used for small transactions or as a token for trading goods, rather than as a primary form of currency.