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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Trihemitetartemorion 385 BC - 333 BC
| Silver | 0.26 g | - |
| Issuer | Mallos (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 385 BC - 333 BC |
| Value | Trihemitetartemorion (1⁄16) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.26 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#177234 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Swan right with a monogram before
Interesting fact
The Trihemitetartemorion coin features a unique design on its obverse side, depicting a bearded male figure wearing a royal diadem and holding a scepter in his right hand. This figure is believed to represent the king of Mallos, who was a vassal of the Persian Empire at the time the coin was minted. The coin's design and inscriptions provide valuable insight into the political and cultural influences of the region during the Hellenistic period.
