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Hemidrachm 470 BC - 460 BC
Silver | 2.86 g | - |
Issuer | Thessalian League (Thessaly) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 470 BC - 460 BC |
Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 2.86 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#182685 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wheat grain with hull and all within incuse square
Script: Greek
Lettering: Φ Ε
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Thessaly, and its design featured the image of a bull, which was a symbol of strength and fertility in ancient Greek culture.