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Trihemidrachm - Ariston Hypata 80 BC - 40 BC
| Silver | 7.55 g | 25.0 mm |
| Issuer | Ainianes (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 40 BC |
| Value | Trihemidrachm (3⁄2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.55 g |
| Diameter | 25.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185308 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Phemios, as a slinger, nude but for chlamys over his shoulder and sword on baldric, standing facing, head turned to right, shooting his sling to right. Behind him, two spears leaning against his right leg
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΙΝΙ
ΑΝΩΝ
Interesting fact
The Trihemidrachm - Ariston (Hypata) coin was used in ancient Thessaly, a region in central Greece, and features an image of a mythical creature called the "Chimera" on one side, and a portrait of King Ariston on the other. The Chimera was a creature with the body of a lion, the head of a goat, and the tail of a serpent, and was believed to have the power to protect the coin's owner from harm.
