Hemiobol (470 BC - 460 BC) front Hemiobol (470 BC - 460 BC) back
Hemiobol (470 BC - 460 BC) photo
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Hemiobol 470 BC - 460 BC

 
Silver 0.53 g -
Description
Issuer
Thessalian League (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
470 BC - 460 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.53 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#185110
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Club upwards, diagonally place in an incuse square

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΦΕΘΑ

Interesting fact

The Hemiobol coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Thessaly, and its design featured the image of a bull, which was a symbol of strength and fertility in ancient Greek culture.