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Hekte 412 BC - 378 BC
| Electrum | 2.52 g | 9.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mytilene (Lesbos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 412 BC - 378 BC |
| Value | Hekte (14⁄3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 2.52 g |
| Diameter | 9.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#178706 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Wreathed head of Dionysos right in linear square within incuse square.
Comment
Traité II, 2208.
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 legend and a depiction of a grapevine, which was a symbol of fertility and prosperity in Greek culture. This blending of design elements reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred between ancient Greece and Persia during this time period.
