Drachm (390 BC - 335 BC) front Drachm (390 BC - 335 BC) back
Drachm (390 BC - 335 BC) photo
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Drachm 390 BC - 335 BC

 
Silver 3.62 g 14.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Thasos (Thracian Islands)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
390 BC - 335 BC
Value
1 Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.62 g
Diameter
14.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#422661
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Herakles kneeling right, drawing bow; head of saty (?) to right; all within linear square border.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΘΑΣΙΟΝ

Interesting fact

The obverse side of the coin features a portrait of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side depicts a Griffin, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head and wings of an eagle. This symbolism represents the dual nature of the island's culture, which was influenced by both Greek and Thracian traditions.