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Hemidrachm 30 BC - 27 BC
Silver | 1 g | 12 mm |
Issuer | Lycian league |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 30 BC - 27 BC |
Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 1 g |
Diameter | 12 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#366366 |
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Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Lyre; filleted palm branch to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: M-A
Interesting fact
The Lycian League, which issued this coin, was a confederation of cities in the ancient region of Lycia in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). The league was unique in that it was a democratic union of cities, with each city having a vote in the league's decision-making process. This coin, the Hemidrachm, was likely used for everyday transactions and trade within the league's territory.