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Hemidrachm 425 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 2.66 g | 13.0 mm |
| Issuer | Skotoussa (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.66 g |
| Diameter | 13.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#143355 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Grain within incuse square. Lettering on the left of the grain
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣΚ O
Comment
Franke, Geschichte 15.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Skotoussa (Thessaly) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC. It was made of silver and weighed approximately 2.66 grams. Despite its small size, this coin was an important medium of exchange during its time and was used to purchase goods and services. Its design featured an image of a mythical creature, such as a griffin or a sphinx, on one side and an inscription on the other. The Hemidrachm coin was also used as a means of promoting the cultural and political values of the city-state of Skotoussa, and it played a significant role in the economic and social life of the people who used it.
