Drachm (370 BC - 360 BC) front Drachm (370 BC - 360 BC) back
Drachm (370 BC - 360 BC) photo
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Drachm 370 BC - 360 BC

 
Silver 6.03 g -
Description
Issuer
Larissa (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
370 BC - 360 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.03 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#171036
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Eagle, with closed wings and head turned back to right, standing left on thunderbolt

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΛΑΡΙΣΑΙΑ - ΕΛΛΑ

Comment

Traité IV, 699, pl. CCXCVIII, 11; Herrmann Group VIII, pl. VII, 11; Lorber 2008, p. 45, 94.

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 around 6.03 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 importance of horse breeding and warfare in ancient Greek culture.