Hemidrachm (340 BC - 320 BC) front Hemidrachm (340 BC - 320 BC) back
Hemidrachm (340 BC - 320 BC) photo
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Hemidrachm 340 BC - 320 BC

 
Silver 2.98 g -
Description
Issuer
Gyrton (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
340 BC - 320 BC
Value
Hemidrachm (½)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.98 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#152221
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Horse prancing to right with the city name split on the the top left and right.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΓΥΡΤΟ ΝΙ ΟΝ

Comment

Unique.

 

This is almost certainly the first coin struck at Gyrton.

Interesting fact

The Hemidrachm coin from Gyrton (Thessaly) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 4th century BC. It was made of silver and weighed approximately 2.98 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important medium of exchange during its time and was used to purchase goods and services. Its design featured an image of the mythical creature, the Griffin, on one side and the Greek goddess Athena on the other. The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (340 BC - 320 BC)  - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemidrachm (340 BC - 320 BC) coin.