Drachm (500 BC - 480 BC) front Drachm (500 BC - 480 BC) back
Drachm (500 BC - 480 BC) photo
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Drachm 500 BC - 480 BC

 
Silver 5.81 g 14.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Tanagra (Boeotia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
500 BC - 480 BC
Value
Silver Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
5.81 g
Diameter
14.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#146664
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Small square incuse with clockwise mill-sail pattern

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Tanagra (Boeotia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a mythical creature called the "Tanagra Hare" on its obverse side. The Tanagra Hare is a rare and unique design element found only on coins from this specific region and time period, making it a distinctive feature of this particular coin.