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Hemidrachm Corinth 160 BC - 146 BC
| Silver | 2.38 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Achaean League (Achaia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Achaean League (280 BC - 146 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 160 BC - 146 BC |
| Value | ½ Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.38 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#153454 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Pegasos flying right above the monogram of the Achaian League with the letters Κ above monogram, Α Σ flanking and all within laurel wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
Κ
Α Σ
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from the Achaean League (Achaia) was used as a form of currency during a time of great cultural and economic significance in the region. The coin's design features the image of a mythical creature called the Pegasus, which was a symbol of the city of Corinth and represented the city's connection to the goddess Athena. The coin's use of silver as its material also signified the value and wealth of the region. Overall, the Hemidrachm coin serves as a fascinating example of the intersection of art, mythology, and economics in ancient Greece.
