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Hemidrachm - Leucon I Panticapaeum 370 BC - 355 BC
| Silver | 2.62 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Leukon I (Λευκὼν) (389 BC - 349 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 370 BC - 355 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.62 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#382511 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion attacking a stag to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ПАNTI
Comment
Anokhin (1986) #98.
Interesting fact
The Bosporan Kingdom, which issued the Hemidrachm - Leucon I (Panticapaeum) coin, was a Hellenistic kingdom that existed from the 5th century BC to the 4th century AD, and was located in the eastern part of Crimea and the surrounding area. It was a major center of trade and commerce in the ancient world, and its coins were widely used in the region. The Hemidrachm - Leucon I coin, made of silver and weighing 2.62g, was a standard circulation coin during the reign of Leucon I (370 BC - 355 BC). It features an image of the king on one side and a goddess on the other. The coin's design and the fact that it was made of silver, a valuable and durable metal, reflect the kingdom's wealth and economic influence at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (370 BC - 355 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemidrachm - Leucon I (Panticapaeum) (370 BC - 355 BC) coin.
