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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Drachm 500 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 4.20 g | 15.0 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Greek city (Greece (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.20 g |
| Diameter | 15.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#149561 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gorgoneion within incuse square
Comment
Probably from a mint from the western asia minorInteresting fact
The Drachm coin was used in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC and was equivalent to 6 obols, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The coin was made of silver and weighed 4.20 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The fact that it was made of silver and had a standardized weight shows that the ancient Greeks had a well-organized monetary system, with a focus on precision and consistency.
