Drachm (400 BC - 380 BC) front Drachm (400 BC - 380 BC) back
Drachm (400 BC - 380 BC) photo
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Drachm 400 BC - 380 BC

 
Silver 3.40 g 13.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Chios (Ionia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 380 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.40 g
Diameter
13.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#148458
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square with granulated recesses

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Chios (Ionia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to 6 obols, which was the value of a day's wages for a skilled worker.