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Hemitetartemorion 510 BC - 478 BC
| Silver | 0.11 g | 4.5 mm |
| Issuer | Teos (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 510 BC - 478 BC |
| Value | ½ Tetartemorion (1⁄48) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.11 g |
| Diameter | 4.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#325398 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square.
Interesting fact
The Hemitetartemorion coin from Teos (Ionia) is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bearded Persian king, while the reverse side shows a Greek goddess, likely Artemis, with a crescent moon and a star above her head. This fusion of cultural elements reflects the complex political and cultural landscape of the region during the 5th century BC, when the Persian Empire was expanding its influence into Greece.