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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Hemidrachm 454 BC - 404 BC
| Silver | 2.06 g | 11.5 mm |
| Issuer | Athens (Attica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 454 BC - 404 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.06 g |
| Diameter | 11.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#135629 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Owl standing facing between olive branches.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Athens and was worth half of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency in ancient Greece. The coin's design featured the image of a goddess, usually Athena, on one side and an owl on the other, which was a symbol of wisdom and intelligence. The coin was made of silver and weighed 2.06 grams, making it a valuable and highly sought-after form of currency in its time.
