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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Hekte 377 BC - 326 BC
| Electrum | 2.51 g | 9.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mytilene (Lesbos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 377 BC - 326 BC |
| Value | Hekte (14⁄3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 2.51 g |
| Diameter | 9.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#179283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Draped bust of Nike facing, head right. Stars flanking above and all within linear square border.
Interesting fact
The Hekte coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to one-sixth of a drachma. It was made of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver, which gave it a unique value and made it a sought-after currency in trade and commerce.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (377 BC - 326 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hekte (377 BC - 326 BC) coin.
