Drachm (200 BC - 1 BC) front Drachm (200 BC - 1 BC) back
Drachm (200 BC - 1 BC) photo
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Drachm 200 BC - 1 BC

 
Silver 2.59 g -
Description
Issuer
Bargylia (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 1 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.59 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#147344
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Stag standing right and a rose below. All in beaded ring

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΒΑΡΓΥ
ΛΙNTΩΝ

Comment

Some sources say this is a Hemidrachm; however, the weight suggests it is a Drachm.

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Bargylia (Caria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to 6 obols, which was the value of a day's wages for a skilled worker at the time.