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© Leu Numismatik
Hekte 478 BC - 387 BC
| Electrum | 2.54 g | 10.0 mm |
| Issuer | Phokaia (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 478 BC - 387 BC |
| Value | Hekte (10⁄3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 2.54 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#385215 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square.
Interesting fact
The Hekte coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Ionia, specifically in the city of Phokaia, and it was made of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver. The coin weighed 2.54 grams and was used for everyday transactions, such as buying goods and services. Despite its small size, the Hekte coin played a significant role in the economy of ancient Ionia and was a symbol of the city's wealth and prosperity.
