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Hemidrachm Mantineia 465 BC - 460 BC
| Silver | 2.86 g | 14.0 mm |
| Issuer | Arcadian League (Arkadia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 465 BC - 460 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.86 g |
| Diameter | 14.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#153150 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Kallisto left, hair in sakkos and within incuse square
Comment
Williams, Confederate, period II, - (O74/R67 [unlisted combination]); BCD Peloponnesos (Mantinea) -; BMC 34 (same obverse die) and 27 (same reverse die).
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Mantineia (465 BC - 460 BC) features an image of a boar on its obverse side, which was a symbol of strength and bravery in ancient Arcadian culture.
