Coin: Hemidrachm, Miletus
1900.63.0542
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Basic Information
Artifact Identification | Coin: Hemidrachm, Miletus (1900.63.0542) |
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Classification/ Nomenclature |
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Artist/Maker | None |
Geographic Location |
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Period/Date | Classical, 478 - 450 BCE |
Culture | Ancient Greek |
Physical Analysis
Dimension 1 (Diameter) | .82 cm |
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Dimension 2 (Depth) | .21 cm |
Dimension 3 (N/A) | N/A |
Weight | 1.18 g |
Measuring Remarks | None |
Materials | Metal--Silver |
Manufacturing Processes | Cast |
Munsell Color Information | waived |
Research Remarks
Published Description | N/A |
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Description | This Greek coin is a silver Hemidrachm from the ancient city Miletus and the western coast of Turkey. The coin was struck in the early to mid-5th century BCE. The obverse is a lion roaring. The reverse is an incuse square (punch mark) with a star pattern. |
Comparanda | David R. Sear: Greek Coins and their Values, Vol. II, London, 1979, Cat. No. 3532 |
Bibliography | Sear, David R. Greek Coins and their Values, Vol. II. London: Seaby, 1979. |
Artifact History
Archaeological Data | N/A |
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Credit Line/Dedication | N/A |
Reproduction | N/A |
Reproduction Information | N/A |