Drachm (480 BC - 470 BC) front Drachm (480 BC - 470 BC) back
Drachm (480 BC - 470 BC) photo
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Drachm 480 BC - 470 BC

 
Silver 4.07 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Himera (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
480 BC - 470 BC
Value
Drachm (5)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.07 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#418590
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crab.

Script: Greek

Lettering: HIME - RA

Comment

Westermark 121.

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Himera (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.