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Hemidrachm Antigoneia 188 BC - 180 BC
| Silver | 2.34 g | 14.0 mm |
| Issuer | Achaean League (Achaia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Achaean League (280 BC - 146 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 188 BC - 180 BC |
| Value | ½ Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.34 g |
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#153401 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Monogram of the Achaian League with Α-Ν across field, ΕΥ below and all within laurel wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΝ
ΕΥ
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm (Antigoneia) coin from the Achaean League (Achaia) was minted during the reign of Antigonus III Doson, who was a powerful king of the Hellenistic period. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the goddess Athena on the other. What's interesting is that the coin was minted in two different versions: one with the king's name in Greek and another with his name in Latin. This suggests that the Achaean League was trying to appeal to both Greek and Roman audiences, highlighting the cultural exchange and influence that existed between the two civilizations during that time.
