Hemiobol (Samaria or Cilicia) (375 BC - 333 BC) front Hemiobol (Samaria or Cilicia) (375 BC - 333 BC) back
Hemiobol (Samaria or Cilicia) (375 BC - 333 BC) photo
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Hemiobol Samaria or Cilicia 375 BC - 333 BC

 
Silver 0.45 g 9.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Uncertain Greek city (Greece (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
375 BC - 333 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.45 g
Diameter
9.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#186073
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eagle with folded wings standing right on thunderbolt. To right, vertical club

Interesting fact

The Hemiobol coin was used in ancient Greece and was equivalent to half an obol, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.45 grams, making it a valuable and widely used form of currency in its time.