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Hemistater - Timocrates 125 BC - 88 BC
| Gold | 3.21 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 125 BC - 88 BC |
| Value | ½ Gold Stater (10) |
| Currency | Attic drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 3.21 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#425655 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Magistrate name above; Ρ / Ο on either either side of rose with one bud left; below right, hand; all within shallow square incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΤΙΜΟΚΡΑΤΗΣ
Ρ Ο
Interesting fact
The Hemistater coin featuring Timocrates from Rhodes is interesting because it was minted during a time of great economic and cultural prosperity for the island city-state. Rhodes was an important center of trade and commerce in the ancient Greek world, and the Hemistater coin was likely used for large transactions and as a symbol of the city's wealth and influence.
