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Hemidrachm - Paerisades I Panticapaeum 345 BC - 340 BC
| Silver | 2.11 g | 14.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| King | Paerisades I (344 BC - 309 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 345 BC - 340 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.11 g |
| Diameter | 14.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#394837 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing head of lion.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ПАN
Comment
Anokhin (1986) #103.
Mass varies: 1.85–2.78 g;
Diameter varies: 13–15 mm;
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a satyr, a mythical creature with human upper body and goat-like lower body, on its reverse side. This suggests that the coin may have been used in religious rituals or festivals related to Dionysus, the Greek god of wine, fertility, and theater, who was often depicted with satyrs.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (345 BC - 340 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemidrachm - Paerisades I (Panticapaeum) (345 BC - 340 BC) coin.
