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Hemihekte 550 BC - 500 BC
| Electrum | 1.33 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 | 1.33 g |
| Diameter | 8.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#134064 |
|---|---|
| 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 6th century BC. The coin's design features a stag's head on one side and a quadripartite incuse on the other, which was a common design element in ancient Greek coinage. Despite its small size, the Hemihekte coin played an important role in the economy of the time, as it was widely used for trade and commerce.
