Drachm (200 BC - 175 BC) front Drachm (200 BC - 175 BC) back
Drachm (200 BC - 175 BC) photo
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Drachm 200 BC - 175 BC

 
Silver 2.51 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Adriatic Veneti (Cisalpine Gaul)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
200 BC - 175 BC
Value
1 Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.51 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#194655
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Lion with long talons standing to right; above, pattern of curved lines imitating an inscription.

Comment

Imitation of later Massaliotan light drachms (see example in link).

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Adriatic Veneti (Cisalpine Gaul) was used as a form of currency during the 200 BC - 175 BC time period. It's interesting to note that the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and widely accepted metal at the time. Additionally, the coin weighed 2.51 grams, which is a relatively small weight for a coin, indicating that it was likely used for smaller transactions or as a form of change.