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Hemidrachm 450 BC - 425 BC
| Silver | 2.9 g | 12.0 mm |
| Issuer | Pharsalos (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 425 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.9 g |
| Diameter | 12.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#143138 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Head of a horse facing right. All within incuse square
Script: Greek
Lettering: Φ-Α-Ρ-Σ
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Pharsalos (Thessaly) features a unique combination of two different animal symbols on its obverse and reverse sides. The obverse side features a horse's head, while the reverse side features a lion's head. This combination of symbols is not commonly found on other coins of the same era, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.
