© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Semis Achilles right; Attic helmet; horse grazing; ΘЄϹϹΑΛⲰΝ
| Bronze | 3.24 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Koinon of Thessaly (Achaea) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Hadrian (Publius Aelius Hadrianus) (117-138) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 117-138 |
| Value | 1 Semis = ½ Assarion |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.24 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | 3 o'clock ↑→ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#374068 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Horse grazing, facing right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘЄϹϹΑΛⲰΝ
Translation: Thessaly
Comment
Further references: Burrer 142–143Achilles appears on this series of coins wearing either an Attic helmet decorated with a Pegasus (shown on the left in the image below) or a Corinthian helmet (shown on the right). The Attic helmet appears on ; ; ; and . The Corinthian helmet is used on ; ; ; ; ; and .
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Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Achilles, a legendary hero of Greek mythology, on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) depicts a horse grazing, which symbolizes fertility and prosperity. The coin's design was inspired by the artistic styles of ancient Athens and Thessaly, reflecting the cultural exchange and influence between different city-states in ancient Greece.
