© Bibliothèque nationale de France
© Bibliothèque nationale de France
Hemiobol 300 BC
300 BC year| Bronze | 5.3 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Kolophon (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 300 BC |
| Value | ½ Obol (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.3 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#50639 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Apollo standing right holding a lyre in his right hand and a coat hook in the other, above a tripod.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΕΠΙΓΟΝΟΣ
ΚΟΛΟΦΩΝΙΩΝ
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
The Hemiobol coin from Kolophon (Ionia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and its design featured the image of a stag, which was a symbol of the city. The coin was also known as the "Stag" coin.
