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© Nomos AG
Drachm 500 BC - 465 BC
| Silver | 3.96 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Eretria (Euboia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 465 BC |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.96 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#434449 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Octopus with eight curled arms and head above; all within an incuse square.
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.
