Hemistater - Pumiathon 355 BC - 327 BC
| Gold | 4.15 g | 13.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kition (Cyprus (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| King | Pumiathon (361 BC - 312 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 355 BC - 327 BC |
| Value | ½ Gold Stater (10) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.15 g |
| Diameter | 13.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#121836 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lunging lion bringing down a stag that is kneeling towards the right. King's name above it and all is in a beaded square.
Script: Aramaic
Translation: of king Pumiathon
Comment
The standard of this long time dated gold issue of Pumiathon is unknown. The average weight is around 4,12 g, which is too low to be related to the persic Daric (8.35 g/8,40 g) or to the euboic-attic standard stater (8.60 g).
A gold Stater struck in Salamis by Pnytagoras at the same period seems to be based on the same standard than the one used for this hemistater, with a average weight of 8,28 g.
By default, these two gold issues could be linked to a possible reduced persic standard (one daric = 20 siglos) or to a local standard.
Dated issue : the year of reign is written in front of the stag's chest on the reverse.
Zapiti & Michaelidou 25; Pozzi 2882.
Interesting fact
The Hemistater - Pumiathon coin from Kition (Cyprus) is interesting because it features a unique blend of ancient Greek and Phoenician influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the profile of a bearded man, possibly a king or a deity, wearing a laurel wreath, which is a common motif in ancient Greek coinage. The reverse side, on the other hand, shows a Phoenician-style galley ship, which was a symbol of the Phoenician's maritime prowess and trading activities. This blending of cultural influences reflects the rich history of Cyprus as a crossroads of civilizations in the ancient world.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (355 BC - 354 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemistater - Pumiathon (355 BC - 327 BC) coin.
