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Hemihekte 521 BC - 478 BC
| Electrum | 1.25 g | 9.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mytilene (Lesbos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 521 BC - 478 BC |
| Value | Hemihekte (7⁄3) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 9.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#178808 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Incuse head of man-headed bull (river god) left
Interesting fact
The Hemihekte coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city-state of Mytilene on the island of Lesbos. It was made of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver, and weighed 1.25 grams. Despite its small size, the coin was an important part of the ancient Greek economy and was used for everyday transactions.
