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Hemidrachm - Kherei 410 BC - 390 BC
| Silver | 2.01 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Dynasts of Lycia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| Dynast | Kherei (circa 410-390 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 410 BC - 390 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.01 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#427216 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bearded head left, wearing kyrbasia; monogram before; all within circular incuse.
Comment
Uncertain mint.
Mørkholm & Zahle II –; Falghera –; Reuter –; SNG Copenhagen Supp. –; SNG von Aulock –.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hemidrachm - Kherei coin is that it features a unique blend of Lycian and Persian design elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bearded king wearing a Persian-style crown, while the reverse side features a stag, which is a common motif in Lycian art. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and influence that occurred during the Achaemenid period, where Persian and Lycian cultures coexisted and interacted.
