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Hemidrachm - Diameneos Hypata 80 BC - 40 BC
| Silver | 2.35 g | - |
| Issuer | Ainianes (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 40 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.35 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182707 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Phemios, as a slinger, nude but for chlamys over his shoulder and sword on baldric, standing facing, head turned to right, shooting his sling to right. Behind him, two spears leaning against his right leg and to right a palm branch
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΙΝΙΑΝΩΝ
Comment
De Callataÿ, 2004, p. 135, 24.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm - Diameneos (Hypata) coin from Ainianes (Thessaly) was used as a form of currency during the 1st century BC, and its design features a unique combination of elements. On one side, it depicts the head of the nymph Hypata, while on the other side, it shows a grapevine and a bunch of grapes. This design is significant because it represents the rich agricultural history of the region, particularly the cultivation of grapes for wine production. The coin's silver content also adds to its value and rarity, making it a prized collector's item for numismatists today.
