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Hemidrachm 395 BC
395 BC year| Electrum | 3.04 g |
| Issuer | Thebes (Boeotia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 395 BC |
| Value | Electrum Hemidrachm (5) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 3.04 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#182163 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
The infant Herakles seated facing, strangling two serpents
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘΕ
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Thebes (Boeotia) was minted during a time of great cultural and artistic achievement in ancient Greece, particularly in the city of Thebes. The coin features an image of a shield on one side and a helmet on the other, which were symbols of the city's military prowess and cultural identity. The use of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver, for the coin's material also speaks to the region's rich mineral resources and advanced metallurgical techniques at the time.
