© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Hemidrachm 480 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 1.35 g | 10.5 mm |
| Issuer | Corinth |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 480 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Corinthian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Diameter | 10.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#136143 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Head of Aphrodite facing right within an incuse square.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Corinth was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to half a drachma. It was made of silver and weighed around 1.35 grams. Despite its small size, it was a valuable coin and was widely used in trade and commerce. In fact, the Hemidrachm was one of the most widely used coins in ancient Greece, and many other cities and states modeled their own coins after it. Today, the Hemidrachm is a highly sought-after collector's item and is considered a valuable piece of history.
