Hemidrachm - Amphyktion (150 BC - 100 BC) front Hemidrachm - Amphyktion (150 BC - 100 BC) back
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Hemidrachm - Amphyktion 150 BC - 100 BC

 
Silver 2.21 g 14.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Myndos (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
150 BC - 100 BC
Value
Hemidrachm (½)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.21 g
Diameter
14.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#150847
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Thunderbolt with the name of the city above and below, the name of the magistrate above a cornucopia

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΜΥΝΔΙΩΝ
AMΦIKTYΩN

Comment

CH VIII and pl. LXIX, 2; SNG Keckman 241-242 var. (different magistrate and without cornucopia).

Interesting fact

The Hemidrachm - Amphyktion coin features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the head of the Persian king, while the reverse side features a Greek goddess, highlighting the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Hellenistic period.