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Hemidrachm 386 BC - 309 BC
| Silver | 2.40 g | 12.0 mm |
| Issuer | Cherronesos (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 386 BC - 309 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.40 g |
| Diameter | 12.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#434452 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square, with pellets in opposite recessed quadrants, and H in raised quadrant.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Cherronesos (Thrace) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the region of Thrace. The coin's design features the image of a mythical creature called a Griffin, which was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek mythology. The Griffin was often depicted as a creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, and it was believed to have the power to protect treasure and wealth. The use of the Griffin image on the Hemidrachm coin may have been intended to convey the idea that the coin was a symbol of wealth and protection for those who used it.
