© CGB
© CGB
Drachm 430 BC
430 BC year| Silver | 4.32 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Athens (Attica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 430 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.32 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#48763 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Owl.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΘΕ
Edge
Rough
Interesting fact
The Drachm was the first standardized coinage introduced in ancient Greece, and it was issued by the city-state of Athens in 430 BC. The coin features the image of the owl of Athena, the patron deity of the city, on one side, and an inscription of the name of the city on the other. The use of the owl as a symbol of Athens was meant to represent the city's values of wisdom, intelligence, and insight. The Drachm was widely used throughout the ancient Greek world and became a standard unit of exchange, paving the way for the development of modern coinage systems.
