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© Trustees of the British Museum
Drachm 387 BC - 340 BC
| Silver | 3.94 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Kalchedon (Bithynia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 387 BC - 340 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.94 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#358371 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Radiate wheel within circular incuse.
Script: Greek
Lettering: K A Λ X
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Kalchedon (Bithynia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and Asia Minor, and its design featured the image of a mythical creature called the Griffin. The Griffin was a symbol of protection and strength, and its depiction on the coin was meant to convey the power and authority of the city-state that issued it.
