Hemiobol (475 BC - 450 BC) front Hemiobol (475 BC - 450 BC) back
Hemiobol (475 BC - 450 BC) photo
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Hemiobol 475 BC - 450 BC

 
Silver 0.29 g -
Description
Issuer
Akraiphion (Boeotia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
475 BC - 450 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.29 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#152508
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

A in shallow square incuse

Script: Greek

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Hemiobol coin from Akraiphion (Boeotia) is that it features an image of a bee on one side, which was a symbol of the city. This coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and is now considered a valuable collector's item for numismatists.