Hemiobol (450 BC - 400 BC) front Hemiobol (450 BC - 400 BC) back
Hemiobol (450 BC - 400 BC) photo
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Hemiobol 450 BC - 400 BC

 
Silver 0.45 g 8.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Kyme (Aeolis)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
450 BC - 400 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.45 g
Diameter
8.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#143689
Rarity index
92%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square of mill-sail pattern

Interesting fact

The Hemiobol coin from Kyme (Aeolis) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design, with one side featuring a crested helmet and the other side depicting a winged sphinx.