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Hemidrachm - 111st-114th Olympiad 336 BC - 324 BC
| Silver | 2.80 g | 17.0 mm |
| Issuer | Olympia (Elis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 336 BC - 324 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.80 g |
| Diameter | 17.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#177894 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle with spread wings standing right, head left
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the Hellenistic period, specifically in the city of Olympia (Elis) during the 111st-114th Olympiad (336 BC - 324 BC). The coin was made of silver and weighed 2.80 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin's design featured the image of a laurel wreath on one side and the Greek goddess Athena on the other. The Hemidrachm was an important coin in ancient Greece, as it was used for trade and commerce, and its value was equivalent to half of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency at the time.
