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© Nomos AG
Hemichalkon 394 BC - 367 BC
| Bronze | 1.40 g | 11.0 mm |
| Issuer | Skotoussa (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 394 BC - 367 BC |
| Value | Hemichalkon (1⁄96) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 1.40 g |
| Diameter | 11.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#170832 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bunch of grapes hanging from branch; all within shallow circular incuse
Script: Greek
Lettering: Σ ΚΟ T
Comment
Apparently unpublished.
Interesting fact
The Hemichalkon coin features an image of a mythical creature called a "chimera" on one side, which is a combination of a lion, goat, and serpent. This symbol was used to represent the city of Skotoussa and its connection to Greek mythology.