Hemihekte (600 BC - 550 BC) front Hemihekte (600 BC - 550 BC) back
Hemihekte (600 BC - 550 BC) photo
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Hemihekte 600 BC - 550 BC

 
Electrum 1.13 g -
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Ionian city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
600 BC - 550 BC
Value
Hemihekte (1⁄12)
Currency
Electrum Stater
Composition
Electrum
Weight
1.13 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#182206
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rough incuse square

Interesting fact

The Hemihekte coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Ionia, which is now modern-day Turkey. The coin's design features a crouching lion on one side and an incuse punch on the other, which was a common design element in ancient Greek coinage. Despite its small size, the Hemihekte coin played a significant role in the ancient economy, as it was widely used for trade and commerce.