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Hemidrachm 386 BC - 338 BC
| Silver | 2.40 g | 12.0 mm |
| Issuer | Cherronesos (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 386 BC - 338 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.40 g |
| Diameter | 12.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185948 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square with two raised and two sunken squares. In one of the sunken squares, bee, in the other, uncertain symbol
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Cherronesos (Thrace) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city-state of Cherronesos, located in the region of Thrace, which is now modern-day Turkey. The coin was minted during the reign of the Macedonian king Alexander the Great, who conquered the region in the 4th century BC. 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 coin's silver content and intricate design made it a valuable and highly sought-after form of currency in its time.
