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Hemidrachm 457 BC - 448 BC
| Silver | 2.45 g | 12.5 mm |
| Issuer | Tanagra (Boeotia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 457 BC - 448 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.45 g |
| Diameter | 12.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#410894 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forepart of horse right, T-A across upper field and all within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: T-A
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Tanagra (Boeotia) is interesting because it features a unique combination of symbols on its obverse side, including a helmeted head of Athena, a griffin, and a rose. This combination of symbols suggests that the coin may have been used as a form of currency in a specific trade or commercial context, or that it may have had a specific cultural or religious significance. Additionally, the fact that it is made of silver and weighs 2.45g suggests that it may have been a valuable and widely used coin in its time.
