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Hemidrachm Argos 195 BC - 188 BC
| Silver | 2.43 g | 15.5 mm |
| Issuer | Achaean League (Achaia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Achaean League (280 BC - 146 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 195 BC - 188 BC |
| Value | ½ Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.43 g |
| Diameter | 15.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#153455 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Monogram of the Achaian League with a monogram above, a head of a wolf facing right below it and all within laurel wreath
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hemidrachm (Argos) coin from the Achaean League (Achaia) is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Roman influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a helmeted head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side features a Roman-style eagle holding a thunderbolt, symbolizing the alliance between the Achaean League and the Roman Republic. This fusion of design elements reflects the cultural exchange and political alliances that existed between ancient Greece and Rome during that time period.
