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Hemidrachm 400 BC - 300 BC
| Silver | 2.40 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Parion (Mysia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | 1 Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.40 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#424331 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing gorgoneion.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Parion (Mysia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and its design was influenced by the Persian Empire, which had conquered the region in the 6th century BC. The coin features an image of a Persian king on one side and a Greek goddess on the other, symbolizing the blending of cultures and highlighting the complex history of the region.
