Hemiobol (480 BC - 450 BC) front Hemiobol (480 BC - 450 BC) back
Hemiobol (480 BC - 450 BC) photo
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Hemiobol 480 BC - 450 BC

 
Silver 0.48 g 7.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Kyme (Aeolis)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
480 BC - 450 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.48 g
Diameter
7.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#143704
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square

Interesting fact

The Hemiobol coin from Kyme (Aeolis) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design, featuring the image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other.