Hemiobol (470 BC - 430 BC) front Hemiobol (470 BC - 430 BC) back
Hemiobol (470 BC - 430 BC) photo
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Hemiobol 470 BC - 430 BC

 
Silver 0.39 g 7.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Carian city
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
470 BC - 430 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.39 g
Diameter
7.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#186065
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Forepart of a bull to left

Interesting fact

The Hemiobol coin was used in ancient Caria, which is now modern-day Turkey, and it was considered a small change coin, equivalent to half of a drachma. Despite its small value, the Hemiobol was widely used in trade and commerce, and it's a testament to the advanced economy and trade networks of ancient civilizations.