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 0.35 g 8 mm
Description
Issuer
Tragilos (Macedon)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
450 BC - 400 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.35 g
Diameter
8 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#422930
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

T-R-A-I within the compartments of a quadripartite incuse square.

Script: Greek

Lettering: Τ Ρ Α Ι

Interesting fact

The Hemiobol coin from Tragilos (Macedon) is interesting because it features a unique combination of symbols on its obverse side, including a crescent moon, a star, and a dolphin, which may have been meant to represent the city's maritime and agricultural connections.