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Hemidrachm 290 BC
290 BC year| Silver | 2.38 g | - |
| Issuer | Demetrias (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 290 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.38 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#170727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bust of Artemis to right, with quiver over her left shoulder. Below, a monogram of ΙΣ
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΙΣ
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Demetrias (Thessaly) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city of Demetrias, which was founded by Demetrius Poliorcetes, a Macedonian king, in 290 BC. The coin features an image of the goddess Athena on one side and an inscription of the city's name on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 2.38 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the Hemidrachm coin played an important role in the economy of ancient Greece, particularly in the city of Demetrias, and is now considered a valuable collector's item for numismatists.