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Hemidrachm - Stephanos 285 BC - 258 BC
| Silver | 1.42 g | 13.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kos (Carian Islands) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 285 BC - 258 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.42 g |
| Diameter | 13.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#152615 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crab with a club and the name of the magistrate below and the city above it.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΩΙΩΝ
ΣTEΦANOΣ
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin from Kos (Carian Islands) featuring Stephanos (285 BC - 258 BC) is interesting because it showcases a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side features a bearded Persian king, possibly Stephanos himself, wearing a royal diadem and a long-sleeved cloak, while the reverse side depicts a seated Greek goddess, possibly Hera or Demeter, surrounded by a grapevine and a dolphin. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the complex history of the Carian Islands, which were part of the Persian Empire at the time but had strong Greek influences.
