Drachm (400 BC - 300 BC) front Drachm (400 BC - 300 BC) back
Drachm (400 BC - 300 BC) photo
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Drachm 400 BC - 300 BC

 
Silver 3.70 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Gaza (Cities of Philistia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 300 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.70 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#338274
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Owl standing right, head facing, olive spring to left, ΑΘΕ to right, Θ to left.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΘΕ
Θ

Translation: Athens.

Comment

Struck from a typically degraded obverse die, reverse test cut.

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Gaza (Cities of Philistia) made of Silver weighing 3.70g is interesting because it features an image of a lion, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient times.