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Hemidrachm 386 BC - 338 BC
| Silver | 2.47 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Cherronesos (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 386 BC - 338 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.47 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#434451 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square, with lighted lamp and pellet in opposite recessed quadrants, H in raised quadrant.
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 Bulgaria. The coin was minted during the reign of the Macedonian king Alexander the Great, who conquered the city-state in the 4th century BC. Despite being a small city-state, Cherronesos was known for its rich agricultural land and strategic location, which made it an important center for trade and commerce. The Hemidrachm coin was likely used for everyday transactions and trade, and its design features the image of a mythical creature, possibly a griffin or a lion, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage.
