Hemiobol (400 BC - 300 BC) front Hemiobol (400 BC - 300 BC) back
Hemiobol (400 BC - 300 BC) photo
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Hemiobol 400 BC - 300 BC

 
Silver 0.30 g 7.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Neandria (Troad)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 300 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.30 g
Diameter
7.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#143800
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Oinochoe with inscription around

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΝΕ
ΝΑ

Comment

SNG Ashmolean –; SNG Copenhagen –; SNG von Aulock –; SNG München –; BMC –; Klein –.

Interesting fact

The Hemiobol coin from Neandria (Troad) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city of Neandria, which was located in the Troad region. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.30 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the Hemiobol was widely used for trade and commerce, and it remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.