© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Drachm 367 BC - 340 BC
| Silver | 3.55 g | 13.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kalchedon (Bithynia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 367 BC - 340 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.55 g |
| Diameter | 13.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#181374 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square with stippled surface
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Kalchedon (Bithynia) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Kalchedon, which was located in the region of Bithynia (now modern-day Turkey). The coin features an image of a mythical creature called the Griffin, which was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek mythology. The Griffin was often depicted as a creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle, and it was believed to have the power to protect the city and its people from harm. The use of the Griffin on the coin suggests that the people of Kalchedon valued strength and protection, and saw the creature as a symbol of their city's power and resilience.
