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© Nomos AG
Hemidrachm 320 BC - 270 BC
| Silver | 2.76 g | 14.0 mm |
| Issuer | Itanos (Crete (ancient)) |
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| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 370 BC - 360 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.76 g |
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#190793 |
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| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle with folded wings standing left, his head turned back to right. All within shallow incuse square
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΙΤΑΝΙΩ Ν
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Itanos, Crete, was used as a form of currency during the ancient times, and its design featured the image of a dolphin, which was a symbol of the city. The dolphin was often depicted jumping out of the water, and this image was meant to represent the city's connection to the sea and its importance as a port. The coin's design also included other symbols and letters that represented the city's name and the ruling authority. The use of the dolphin image on the coin was a unique feature of the currency from Itanos and set it apart from other coins of the time.
