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Trihemidrachm - Leukidas Hypata 80 BC - 40 BC
| Silver | 7.59 g | 22.0 mm |
| Issuer | Ainianes (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 40 BC |
| Value | Trihemidrachm (3⁄2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.59 g |
| Diameter | 22.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185111 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Phemios as a slinger, nude but for chlamys over his shoulder and sword in scabbard, shooting sling to right. Behind, leaning against his right leg, two spears and to right, wheat ear on stalk
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΙΝΙΑΝΩΝ ΛΕΥΚΙΔΑ
Interesting fact
The Trihemidrachm - Leukidas (Hypata) coin features an image of a mythical creature called a Griffin on its obverse side. The Griffin is a creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, and it was considered a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek mythology. The inclusion of the Griffin on the coin suggests that the people of Ainianes (Thessaly) valued these qualities and wanted to convey them through their currency.
