Hemidrachm (525 BC - 500 BC) front Hemidrachm (525 BC - 500 BC) back
Hemidrachm (525 BC - 500 BC) photo
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Hemidrachm 525 BC - 500 BC

 
Silver 1.91 g 13.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Sermyle (Macedon)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
525 BC - 500 BC
Value
Hemidrachm (½)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.91 g
Diameter
13.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#170678
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square

Interesting fact

The Hemidrachm coin from Sermyle (Macedon) is interesting because it features an image of a lion, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Macedonian culture.