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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Hemidrachm 500 BC - 470 BC
| Silver | 2.56 g | - |
| Issuer | Aigai (Achaia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 470 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.56 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#143584 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Incuse square with four part design in relief.
Comment
Traité I 1188-1190.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Aigai (Achaia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC. It was made of silver and weighed around 2.56 grams. Despite its small size, it was a valuable coin at the time and was used for everyday transactions. The coin features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other, which reads "ΑΙΓΑΙ" (Aigai) in ancient Greek. The Hemidrachm was also used as a standard unit of exchange in trade and commerce, and its value was equivalent to half of a drachma, which was the standard currency of ancient Greece.