© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Hekte 625 BC - 600 BC
| Electrum | 2.42 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Ionian city |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 625 BC - 600 BC |
| Value | Hekte (⅙) |
| Currency | Electrum Stater |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 2.42 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#390933 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rectangular incuse divided horizontally and vertically into four compartments by two perpendicular lines; the upper two compartments divided into halves by a single line, the upper halves each containing a pellet, the lower halves bisected by two small vertical lines; the lower two compartments divided into thirds by two parallel lines.
Comment
Lydo-Milesian standard
Interesting fact
The Hekte coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Ionia, which is now modern-day Turkey. The coin's design features a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other. Despite being made of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver, the Hekte coin was not considered a high-value coin during its time. In fact, it was used for everyday transactions and was equivalent in value to about 1/60th of a standard gold coin. Despite its relatively low value, the Hekte coin is now highly sought after by collectors and historians due to its rarity and historical significance.
