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Hemidrachm 470 BC - 450 BC
| Silver | 1.33 g | 12.0 mm |
| Issuer | Leukas (Akarnania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 470 BC - 450 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.33 g |
| Diameter | 12.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#143918 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Archaic female head facing right
Comment
BCD Akarnania 179 var. (Pegasos right).
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Leukas (Akarnania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the region of Akarnania, during the 5th century BC. The coin features an image of a dolphin on one side and a helmeted head of the goddess Athena on the other. The use of dolphins on coins was a common motif in ancient Greece, as dolphins were considered sacred animals and were associated with the sea god Poseidon. The Hemidrachm coin was also made of silver, which was a valuable and widely used metal at the time.
