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Hemidrachm 216 BC - 214 BC
| Silver | 2.00 g | - |
| Issuer | Brettii (Bruttium) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Punic War (218 BC - 203 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 216 BC - 214 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Attic drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.00 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#428528 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle, with open wings, standing left on thunderbolt; in field right torch.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BPETTIΩN
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Brettii (Bruttium) was used as a form of currency during the 3rd century BC, and its design features a unique blend of Greek and indigenous Italian elements. On one side, the coin features the profile of a local king or chieftain, while the other side depicts a mythological creature such as a griffin or a siren. This fusion of cultures reflects the complex history of the region, which was influenced by both Greek colonization and native Italian tribes.
