© Bertolami Fine Arts
© Bertolami Fine Arts
Hemistater 189 BC - 166 BC
| Gold | 4.22 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 189 BC - 166 BC |
| Value | ½ Gold Stater (10) |
| Currency | Attic drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.22 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#429349 |
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| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Rose; at right, herm, above, magistrate name.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΛITAIOΣ
Interesting fact
The Hemistater coin from Rhodes, made of gold and weighing 4.22g, is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during a time when Rhodes was an important trading hub in the Mediterranean. The coin's design features a stag on one side and a rose on the other, symbolizing the island's rich natural resources and its connection to the Greek mainland. Despite its small size, the coin played a significant role in facilitating trade and commerce in the region, and its preservation provides valuable insight into the economic and cultural practices of ancient civilizations.
