Ancient Greek Hemiobol - Caria, Mylasa (c. 5th c BC) - Lion & Stag -0.26 grams

• Denomination: Hemiobol (or Tetartemorion)

  
  

   

• Metal: Silver (AR)

• Weight: 0.26 grams

• Diameter: 7 mm

• Origin: Caria, Mylasa (likely)

• Date: Archaic to Classical Period (c. 500–400 BC)

  
  

This remarkably small silver coin dates to the Archaic to Classical transition in ancient Greece. Despite its tiny size, it features a dynamic and powerful artistic motif common in the regions of Caria or Ionia (modern-day Turkey).

• Obverse: A stylized depiction of a lion devouring a stag. This specific motif is often attributed to Mylasa or early Cilician mints.

   

• Reverse: A characteristic deep incuse punch, which was a functional mark used in early minting to ensure the coin was solid silver throughout.

: EX Noonans auction 07/04/2026 part of lot 4820