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Hemidrachm - Leukon I Panticapaeum 370 BC - 360 BC
| Silver | 2.58 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Leukon I (Λευκὼν) (389 BC - 349 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 370 BC - 360 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.58 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#394863 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of lion right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ПАNTI
Comment
Anokhin (1986) #93.
Mass varies: 1.65–2.80 g;
Diameter varies: 13–16 mm;
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin , which features Leukon I (Panticapaeum) from the Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos), is a rare example of a coin that was issued during a time of political turmoil. The Bosporan Kingdom was facing threats from neighboring kingdoms and was in the process of transitioning from a monarchy to a republic. Despite these challenges, the kingdom continued to mint coins, including this particular Hemidrachm, which was used as a means of exchange and a symbol of the kingdom's power and influence.
