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Hemihekte 550 BC - 450 BC
| Electrum | 1.37 g | 7.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kyzikos (Mysia) |
|---|---|
| Period | City administration (600 BC - 1 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 550 BC - 450 BC |
| Value | Hemihekte (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Electrum Stater (600-330BC) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 1.37 g |
| Diameter | 7.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#180749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square
Interesting fact
The Hemihekte coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city of Kyzikos (Mysia) during the 5th century BC. The coin features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other side that reads "KYZIKOS" in ancient Greek letters. The use of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver, for the coin's material was a significant innovation in coinage technology at the time.
