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Hemidrachm - Paerisades I Panticapaeum 340 BC - 330 BC
| Silver | 2.68 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Paerisades I (344 BC - 309 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 340 BC - 330 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.68 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#382499 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion standing to right, turning his head back to left and raising his left forepaw; all within a shallow round incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ПАNTI
Comment
Anokhin (1986) #104.Mass varies: 2.0–2.8 g;
Diameter varies: 10–16 mm;
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a satyr on the reverse side, which was a common motif in ancient Greek art and symbolized fertility and the power of nature.
