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Hekte 521 BC - 478 BC
| Electrum | 2.59 g | 10 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 | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#181590 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Irregular 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 bars of electrum that were used as currency in other parts of ancient Greece. The use of standardized coins like the Hekte facilitated trade and commerce, making it easier to conduct transactions and compare values across different regions.
