Drachm (500 BC - 450 BC) front Drachm (500 BC - 450 BC) back
Drachm (500 BC - 450 BC) photo
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Drachm 500 BC - 450 BC

 
Silver 5.11 g 20.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Lampsakos (Mysia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
500 BC - 450 BC
Value
1 Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.11 g
Diameter
20.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#127949
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Athena facing left, wearing Corinthian a helmet and a spiral ornament behind her neck on the right field. All within an incuse square.

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Lampsakos (Mysia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design, featuring an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other.