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 0.50 g 8.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Sikyon (Sikyonia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
431 BC - 400 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.50 g
Diameter
8.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#185549
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Dove flying left with open wings. All within olive wreath tied on the right

Interesting fact

The Hemiobol coin from Sikyon was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC. It was made of silver and weighed 0.50 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the Hemiobol was widely used in trade and commerce, and it remains a valuable collector's item to this day.