© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Hekte 454 BC - 427 BC
| Electrum | 2.53 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 | 2.53 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#178702 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wreathed male head right, wearing long beard, in linear square within incuse square.
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 dynamics of the ancient Mediterranean world, where different civilizations often interacted and exchanged ideas through trade and diplomacy.
