© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Hemidrachm - Polites 167 BC - 129 BC
| Silver | 1.22 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Keramos (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 167 BC - 129 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.22 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#402879 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
ΚΕΡΑ / ΠΟΛΙ on either side of a bull's head facing within square incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΕΡΑ
ΠΟΛΙ
Comment
Apparently unique.
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm - Polites coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the Hellenistic period, specifically in the city of Keramos (Caria) between 167 BC and 129 BC. The coin features an image of a youthful male figure, possibly representing the god Apollo, on one side, and an inscription of the ruler's name, Polites, on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed approximately 1.22 grams. Despite its small size, the coin played an important role in the economy of the time, serving as a medium of exchange for everyday transactions.
