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Hekte 550 BC - 450 BC
| Electrum | 2.64 g | 10.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kyzikos (Mysia) |
|---|---|
| Period | City administration (600 BC - 1 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 550 BC - 450 BC |
| Value | Hekte (⅙) |
| Currency | Electrum Stater (600-330BC) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 2.64 g |
| Diameter | 10.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#134111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hekte coin from Kyzikos (Mysia) is that it features a unique combination of animal and human figures on its obverse and reverse sides, respectively. The obverse side depicts a lion's head, while the reverse side shows a bearded man's head, possibly representing a mythological figure or a local ruler. This blend of animal and human imagery is not commonly found in ancient Greek coinage, making the Hekte coin a distinctive and fascinating artifact from the ancient world.
