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© Trustees of the British Museum
Myshemihekte 600 BC - 550 BC
| Electrum | 0.57 g | 7 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Ionian city |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 600 BC - 550 BC |
| Value | Myshemihekte (1⁄24) |
| Currency | Electrum Stater |
| Composition | Electrum |
| Weight | 0.57 g |
| Diameter | 7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#386040 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Square punch.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Myshemihekte coin is that it features a unique blend of ancient Greek and Near Eastern design elements. The obverse (front) side of the coin depicts a lion's head, which was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage, while the reverse (back) side features a stylized tree with a pair of confronting animals, which is more typical of ancient Near Eastern coinage. This blending of styles suggests that the coin may have been created during a time of cultural exchange or influence between the two regions.
