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© Nomos AG
Drachm 500 BC - 480 BC
| Silver | 4.08 g | 12.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kyrene (Kyrenaica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 480 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.08 g |
| Diameter | 12.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185781 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Incuse square with irregular interior (a bird?)
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Kyrene (Kyrenaica) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city-state of Kyrene, which was located in present-day Libya. The coin features an image of a silphium plant, which was a highly valued medicinal herb in ancient times. The plant was used to treat a variety of ailments, including indigestion and respiratory issues, and was also used as a form of birth control. The image of the silphium plant on the coin highlights the importance of this herb in the ancient Greek world and the significance of Kyrene as a center of trade and commerce.
