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Hemidrachm - Proxenus 340 BC - 330 BC
| Silver | 2.42 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Kios (Bithynia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 340 BC - 330 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.42 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#358879 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Prow of galley left.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΠΡΟΞ
ΕΝΟΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hemidrachm - Proxenus coin from Kios (Bithynia) is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bearded Persian king, possibly Proxenus, wearing a royal diadem and a long, flowing robe, while the reverse side shows a Greek-style owl perched on a branch, surrounded by a crescent moon and a star. This fusion of design elements reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Hellenistic period, when Greek cities and kingdoms were influenced by the expanding Persian Empire.
