Didrachm (500 BC - 480 BC) front Didrachm (500 BC - 480 BC) back
Didrachm (500 BC - 480 BC) photo
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Didrachm 500 BC - 480 BC

 
Silver 7.06 g -
Description
Issuer
Erythrai (Ionia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
500 BC - 480 BC
Value
2 Drachms
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
7.06 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#170716
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square

Interesting fact

The Didrachm from Erythrai (Ionia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique feature - it has a small owl engraved on the reverse side, which was a symbol of wisdom and prosperity in Greek mythology.