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Hemihekte 450 BC - 330 BC
| Electrum | 1.35 g | 8.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kyzikos (Mysia) |
|---|---|
| Period | City administration (600 BC - 1 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 330 BC |
| Value | Hemihekte (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Electrum Stater (600-330BC) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Diameter | 8.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#180748 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square
Comment
Hurter & Liewald I 1 var. (unlisted denomination); cf. Gulbenkian 671 (stater), unpublished denomination.
Interesting fact
The Hemihekte coin from Kyzikos (Mysia) is interesting because it features a unique blend of ancient Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a lion's head, which was a common motif in ancient Persian coinage, while the reverse side features a Greek legend and a depiction of a grapevine, which was a symbol of fertility and prosperity in ancient Greek culture. This blending of cultural influences reflects the complex history of the region and the cultural exchange that occurred between the ancient Greeks and Persians.
