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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ Drachm 400 BC - 300 BC
| Bronze | 2.56 g | 13.0 mm |
| Issuer | Palairos (Akarnania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 2.56 g |
| Diameter | 13.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#144483 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bearded head facing right.
Interesting fact
The Æ Drachm coin from Palairos (Akarnania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 4th century BC. It was made of bronze and weighed 2.56 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, this coin played an important role in the economy of the ancient Greek city-state of Akarnania, and it remains a valuable artifact for historians and collectors today.