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Hemidrachm Sikyon 195 BC - 188 BC
| Silver | 2.43 g | 13.0 mm |
| Issuer | Achaean League (Achaia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Second Achaean League (280 BC - 146 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 195 BC - 188 BC |
| Value | ½ Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.43 g |
| Diameter | 13.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#153449 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Achaian League monogram, letters E-Y across field, ΣI below it and all within laurel wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΕΥ
ΣΙ
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm (Sikyon) coin was used as a form of currency in the Achaean League (Achaia) during the 2nd century BC. It was made of silver and weighed approximately 2.43 grams. Despite its small size, the coin was an important medium of exchange in the region and played a significant role in the local economy. Its design featured an image of a mythical creature, possibly a griffin or a sphinx, on one side, and an inscription on the other side that read "ΑΧΑΙΩΝ" (Achaion), which means "of the Achaeans." The coin's unique design and historical significance make it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
