Hemidrachm (196 BC - 180 BC) front Hemidrachm (196 BC - 180 BC) back
Hemidrachm (196 BC - 180 BC) photo
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Hemidrachm 196 BC - 180 BC

 
Silver 1.64 g 14.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Thasos (Thracian Islands)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
196 BC - 180 BC
Value
Hemidrachm (0.5)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.64 g
Diameter
14.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#147292
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Club within wreath

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΘΑΣΙ
ΩΝ

Interesting fact

The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of the mythical creature, the Griffin, which was a symbol of protection and guardianship in ancient Greek mythology. The Griffin is depicted with a lion's body and an eagle's head, and it's believed to have been a symbol of the island's wealth and prosperity.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (196 BC - 180 BC)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemidrachm (196 BC - 180 BC) coin.