Drachm (450 BC - 333 BC) front Drachm (450 BC - 333 BC) back
Drachm (450 BC - 333 BC) photo
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Drachm 450 BC - 333 BC

 
Silver 3.61 g 14 mm
Description
Issuer
Gaza (Cities of Philistia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
450 BC - 333 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.61 g
Diameter
14 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#433217
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Facing head of Bes; a z (in Phoenician) flanking; all in dotted square within incuse square.

Script: Phoenician

Comment

Fischer-Bossert, Notes 32.

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Gaza (Cities of Philistia) made of Silver weighing 3.61 g is interesting because it features an image of a lion, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient times.