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Hemihekte 600 BC - 550 BC
| Electrum | 1.35 g | 7.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kyzikos (Mysia) |
|---|---|
| Period | City administration (600 BC - 1 AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 600 BC - 550 BC |
| Value | Hemihekte (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Electrum Stater (600-330BC) |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 1.35 g |
| Diameter | 7.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#133958 |
|---|---|
| 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 features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other, which reads "Kyzikos" in ancient Greek. The use of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver, in the production of this coin speaks to the advanced metallurgical techniques of the time. Despite its small weight of 1.35 grams, the Hemihekte coin played an important role in facilitating trade and commerce in the ancient Greek world.
