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Trihemidrachm - Nikarchos Hypata 80 BC - 40 BC
| Silver | 7.66 g | - |
| Issuer | Ainianes (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 80 BC - 40 BC |
| Value | Trihemidrachm (3⁄2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 7.66 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182706 |
|---|---|
| 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 and to right, trophy
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΙΝΙΑΝΩΝ
ΕΥΚΡΑΤΗΣ
Comment
De Callataÿ, 2004, 67.
Interesting fact
The Trihemidrachm - Nikarchos (Hypata) coin was used in ancient Thessaly, a region in central Greece, during the 1st century BC. The coin features an image of the mythical creature, the Chimera, on one side and the profile of King Nikarchos on the other. The Chimera was a symbol of the city of Ainianes, where the coin was minted. It's interesting to note that the Chimera was a popular mythological creature in ancient Greece and was often depicted in art and literature.
