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Hekte 454 BC - 427 BC
| Electrum | 2.47 g | 10.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mytilene (Lesbos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 454 BC - 427 BC |
| Value | Hekte (14⁄3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 2.47 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#178685 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Head of cow right within incuse square.
Comment
Traité II, 2163 and pl. CLIX, 40.
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, likely Hera or Athena, with a distinctive Persian-style crown. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex political and cultural dynamics of the ancient Mediterranean world, where different civilizations often interacted and exchanged ideas through trade and diplomacy.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (454 BC - 427 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hekte (454 BC - 427 BC) coin.
