Drachm (500 BC - 465 BC) front Drachm (500 BC - 465 BC) back
Drachm (500 BC - 465 BC) photo
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Drachm 500 BC - 465 BC

 
Silver 3.64 g 11.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Eretria (Euboia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
500 BC - 465 BC
Value
1 Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
3.64 g
Diameter
11.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#145740
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Octopus in incuse square with the letter E below

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Eretria (Euboia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to 6 obols, which was the value of a day's wages for a skilled worker at the time.