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Hekte 377 BC - 326 BC
| Electrum | 2.54 g | 10.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mytilene (Lesbos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 377 BC - 326 BC |
| Value | Hekte (14⁄3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 2.54 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#178691 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wreathed head of Pan right, drapery tied at neck.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hekte coin from Mytilene (Lesbos) is that it features a unique blend of ancient Greek and Persian design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a lion's head, which was a common motif in ancient Persian coinage, while the reverse side features a Greek goddess, possibly Artemis or Aphrodite, with a distinctive Persian-style crown. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex political and cultural landscape of the ancient Mediterranean world, where different civilizations often interacted and exchanged ideas through trade and diplomacy.
