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Hemidrachm 86 BC
86 BC year| Silver | 2.29 g | 14.0 mm |
| Issuer | Aigion (Achaia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 86 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.29 g |
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#153354 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Monogram of the Achaian League, AI above, thunderbolt below, in fields, O-TEI and all within laurel wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΙ
Ο ΤΕΙ
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Aigion (Achaia) was minted during the reign of King Mithridates VI of Pontus, who was known for his extensive coinage reforms. The coin's design features the head of Apollo on one side and a laurel wreath on the other, symbolizing the kingdom's cultural and religious ties to ancient Greece.
