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Hemidrachm - Timokrates 125 BC - 88 BC
| Silver | 1.2 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 125 BC - 88 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Rhodian plintophoric drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#192682 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rose with bud to right and below to left, coiled serpent. All within shallow incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΤΙΜΟΚΡΑΤΗΣ
P O
Translation:
Timokrates
Rhodes
Comment
"Plinthophoric" issue. See this article explaining the series https://www.cngcoins.com/Article.aspx?ArticleID=417
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm - Timokrates coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Rhodes during the 2nd century BC. Despite its small weight of 1.2 grams, it was valued at half the amount of a standard drachma, which was the main currency unit in ancient Greece. This coin was made of silver and featured an image of the goddess Athena on one side and a rose on the other. It was used for everyday transactions and was also used as a form of payment for mercenaries and soldiers.
