Drachm (415 BC - 405 BC) front Drachm (415 BC - 405 BC) back
Drachm (415 BC - 405 BC) photo
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Drachm 415 BC - 405 BC

 
Silver 3.59 g -
Description
Issuer
Kamarina (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
415 BC - 405 BC
Value
Drachm (5)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.59 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#430229
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bust of the nymph Camarina, facing three-quarters left, hair flying behind in loose curls, wearing earring and necklace. Fish ascending on either side of neck.

Comment

Rizzo pl. VII, 10.

Interesting fact

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