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Hemidrachm 425 BC - 375 BC
Silver | 2.66 g | 13 mm |
Issuer | Thebes (Boeotia) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 425 BC - 375 BC |
Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 2.66 g |
Diameter | 13 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#275388 |
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Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Kantharos; above, club right; ΘE-BH flanking base; all within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘE BH
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Thebes (Boeotia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC. Its name "Hemidrachm" means "half drachma," and it was equal in value to half of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency in ancient Greece. The coin was made of silver and weighed 2.66 grams. Despite its small size, the Hemidrachm was an important coin in ancient Greece, as it was widely used for trade and commerce. It features an image of a shield on one side and a helmet on the other, which were symbols of the city of Thebes. The coin's design and value made it a popular choice for merchants and traders, and it played a significant role in the economy of ancient Greece.
Price
Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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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.