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Hemidrachm 386 BC - 338 BC
| Silver | 2.33 g | 14.0 mm |
| Issuer | Cherronesos (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 386 BC - 338 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.33 g |
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185486 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 84% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square with two raised and two sunken squares. In each of the sunken squares, pellet
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Cherronesos (Thrace) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city-state of Cherronesos, which was located in the region of Thrace, in modern-day Greece. The coin was made of silver and weighed approximately 2.33 grams. Despite its small size, the coin was an important medium of exchange in the ancient world, and it features an interesting design that reflects the culture and beliefs of the people who used it. One side of the coin depicts a mythical creature called a griffin, while the other side features an image of the Greek goddess Athena. The coin's design and the materials used to make it reflect the rich cultural heritage of the ancient Greeks and their love of art, mythology, and religion.
