Coin: Hemidrachm, Olympia

1900.63.0046

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Artifact Identification Coin: Hemidrachm, Olympia   (1900.63.0046)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
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  3. Exchange Media
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Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Classical
Date 421-365 BC
Culture Greek
Location Not on Exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Diameter) 1.68 cm
Dimension 2 (Depth) .23 cm
Dimension 3 (N/A) N/A
Weight 2.77 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Metal--Silver
Manufacturing Processes Cast

Research Remarks

Description

This Greek coin is a Hemidrachm from the ancient city of Olympia in the Peloponnesus of Greece. It was stuck in the late 5th century to mid-4th century BCE. The obverse contains an eagle with its wings closed attacking a hare held in its talons. The reverse is a winged thunderbolt.

Published Description N/A
Bibliography Under Review

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication N/A
Reproduction N/A

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