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Drachm 460 BC - 450 BC

 
Silver 5.85 g 22 mm
Description
Issuer
Larissa (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
460 BC - 450 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.85 g
Diameter
22 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#432595
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Horse prancing left, trailing rein; Λ-A-RI around; all within incuse square.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΛΑΡΙ

Comment

Lorber, Thessalian 9 var. (no flower); Herrmann Group III B, pl. I, 22.

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Larissa (Thessaly) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC. It was made of silver and weighed around 5.85 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin features an image of a horse on one side and a helmeted warrior on the other, symbolizing the strength and power of the city-state of Larissa. Despite being over 2,500 years old, some of these coins have survived in good condition and are highly prized by collectors today.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (460 BC - 450 BC)  - - - - - -

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