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Drachm 500 BC - 480 BC
| Silver | 6.01 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Kamiros (Rhodes) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 480 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Aeginetic Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.01 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#393027 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Incuse rectangle divided into two oblongs with variegated surfaces.
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Kamiros (Rhodes) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was considered a standard unit of exchange. It was made of silver and weighed 6.01 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The fact that it was made of silver and had a standardized weight shows that the ancient Greeks had a sophisticated system of currency and trade.
