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 0.37 g 6 mm
Description
Issuer
Kyzikos (Mysia)
Period
City administration (600 BC - 1 AD)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
480 BC - 450 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Currency
Drachm (500-27BC)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.37 g
Diameter
6 mm
Thickness
0.8 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#87300
Rarity index
65%

Reverse

Head of roaring lion left, with open jaws and tongue protruding, a four-rayed star above, all in quadrilateral incuse

Interesting fact

The Hemiobol coin from Kyzikos (Mysia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and its design featured the image of a mythical creature called the "Kyzikos Lion." This lion was a symbol of the city of Kyzikos and was believed to have special powers. The coin's design was meant to signify the city's wealth and power, and it was used for trade and commerce throughout the region.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (480 BC - 450 BC)  - - - - - -

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