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Hekte 521 BC - 478 BC
| Electrum | 2.59 g | 9.5 mm |
| Issuer | Phokaia (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 521 BC - 478 BC |
| Value | Hekte (10⁄3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 2.59 g |
| Diameter | 9.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#147841 |
|---|---|
| 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 2.59 grams and had a standardized design, which was a departure from the earlier, more irregularly shaped coins. This standardization made it easier to use the coins for trade and commerce, and it paved the way for the development of modern coinage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (521 BC - 478 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hekte (521 BC - 478 BC) coin.
