Hemiobol (431 BC - 400 BC) front Hemiobol (431 BC - 400 BC) back
Hemiobol (431 BC - 400 BC) photo
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Hemiobol 431 BC - 400 BC

 
Silver 0.41 g 8.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Sikyon (Sikyonia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
431 BC - 400 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.41 g
Diameter
8.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#149537
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Dove flying left within wreath

Interesting fact

The Hemiobol coin from Sikyon (Sikyonia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to half an obol, which was the standard unit of currency at the time.