© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Drachm 304 BC - 290 BC
| Silver | 3.77 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Euboian League |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 304 BC - 290 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Attic drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.77 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#183393 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head and neck of a cow to right, the head ornamented with a fillet and turned slightly toward the viewer. To right, bunch of grapes
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΕΥ
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from the Euboian League was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city-state of Euboea. It was made of silver and weighed approximately 3.77 grams. What's interesting about this coin is that it features an image of a bee on one side, which was a symbol of the city-state and represented its agricultural and economic prosperity. The bee was also associated with the goddess Aphrodite, who was revered in Euboea. This coin is a unique example of how ancient civilizations used their currency to express their cultural and religious beliefs.
