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Hemihekte 550 BC - 500 BC
| Electrum | 1.37 g | 8.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kyzikos (Mysia) |
|---|---|
| Period | City administration (600 BC - 1 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 550 BC - 500 BC |
| Value | Hemihekte (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Electrum Stater (600-330BC) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 1.37 g |
| Diameter | 8.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#134060 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square.
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 coin's obverse side bears a stylized image of 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, indicating the city's cultural ties to the Greek world. This blending of styles reflects the complex cultural exchange that occurred during the period of Persian rule over the city.
