Hemidrachm (Elis) (45 BC - 30 BC) front Hemidrachm (Elis) (45 BC - 30 BC) back
Hemidrachm (Elis) (45 BC - 30 BC) photo
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Hemidrachm Elis 45 BC - 30 BC

 
Silver 2.34 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Achaean League (Achaia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
45 BC - 30 BC
Value
½ Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.34 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#398066
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Large Achaian League monogram; above, Φ, in left field, FA monogram (mint signature), in right field, XE monogram and below; thunderbolt. All within wreath.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
Φ
FA XE

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a mythical creature called the "Achaean Lion" on one side, which was a symbol of the Achaean League.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (45 BC - 30 BC)  - - - - - -

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