Drachm (356 BC - 342 BC) front Drachm (356 BC - 342 BC) back
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Drachm 356 BC - 342 BC

 
Silver 6.05 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Larissa (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
356 BC - 342 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.05 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#171086
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Horse to right, preparing to roll over

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΛΑΡΙΣ
ΑΙΩΝ

Comment

Lorber, Hoard, phase L-III, 38-60.

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Larissa (Thessaly) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 4th century BC. It was made of silver and weighed 6.05 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin features an image of a horse on one side and a helmeted warrior on the other, symbolizing the strength and power of the city-state of Larissa. Despite being over 2,000 years old, some of these coins have survived to this day and are highly prized by collectors and historians.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
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