Hemidrachm - Diogenes (370 BC - 340 BC) front Hemidrachm - Diogenes (370 BC - 340 BC) back
Hemidrachm - Diogenes (370 BC - 340 BC) photo
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Hemidrachm - Diogenes 370 BC - 340 BC

 
Silver 1.14 g 11.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Teos (Ionia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
370 BC - 340 BC
Value
Hemidrachm (½)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.14 g
Diameter
11.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#421509
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Kantharos; magistrate name across fields.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΤΗΙ
ΔIOΓE NHΣ

Comment

Kinns 30.

Interesting fact

The Hemidrachm - Diogenes coin features an image of Diogenes, a famous Greek philosopher, on one side and a depiction of the god Apollo on the other. This coin was minted in Teos, a city in ancient Ionia (now modern-day Turkey), and was used as a form of currency in the 4th century BC. Despite being made of silver, the coin is relatively small, weighing only 1.14 grams. This makes it a unique and interesting artifact from ancient Greece, showcasing the value placed on silver during that time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (370 BC - 340 BC)  - - - - - -

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