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Hemidrachm 425 BC - 375 BC
| Silver | 2.8 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Pharsalos (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 375 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.8 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#171246 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse’s head to right
Script: Greek
Lettering:
Φ Α
Ρ Σ
Translation: Pharsalos
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Pharsalos (Thessaly) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC. Its name "Hemidrachm" means "half drachma," and it was worth half of a standard drachma coin. The coin was made of silver and weighed 2.8 grams. Despite its relatively small size and value, the Hemidrachm was an important coin in ancient Greece, as it was widely used in trade and commerce. It features an image of a horse on one side and an inscription on the other, which reads "ΦΑΡΣΑΛΩΝ" (Pharsalon), indicating its origin from the city of Pharsalus in Thessaly.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (425 BC - 375 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemidrachm (425 BC - 375 BC) coin.
