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Hemidrachm 302 BC - 286 BC
| Silver | 2.78 g | - |
| Issuer | Pherai (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 302 BC - 286 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.78 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#171278 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The nymph Hypereia, fully draped, standing left, her left hand at her waist and stretching her left out to touch the top of a lion’s head spout, from which pours water to right; below pouring water, wreath enclosing
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΣ
ΤΟ
ΦΕΡΑΙΟΥΝ
Comment
Traité IV, 607, pl. CCXCIV, 9.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Pherai (Thessaly) features a unique combination of symbols on its obverse side, including a helmeted head of Athena, a griffin, and a crescent moon. This combination of symbols suggests that the coin may have been used as a form of currency in a specific religious or cultural context, possibly related to the worship of Athena, the goddess of wisdom and warfare.
