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Hemidrachm 408 BC - 390 BC
| Silver | 1.75 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 408 BC - 390 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.75 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#426495 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
ΡΟΔΙΟΝ above rose with drooping bud to right; all within square incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΡΟΔΙΟΝ
Comment
Hecatomnus 66.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Rhodes, made of silver and weighing 1.75g, is interesting because it features a unique design on its obverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a deity or a monarch, it shows a stag's head, which was the symbol of the city of Rhodes. This design choice was likely meant to highlight the island's rich wildlife and its connection to the natural world.
