© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Drachm 411 BC - 340 BC
| Silver | 3.82 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Thasos (Thracian Islands) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 411 BC - 340 BC |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.82 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#422868 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Herakles, wearing lion skin, kneeling right, drawing bow; to right, lion's head to right.
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 dolphin, which was a symbol of the island of Thasos. This coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek world and was valued at 6 obols, which was equivalent to the price of a day's wages for a skilled worker.
