Drachm (510 BC - 480 BC) front Drachm (510 BC - 480 BC) back
Drachm (510 BC - 480 BC) photo
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Drachm 510 BC - 480 BC

 
Silver 6.18 g -
Description
Issuer
Paros (Cyclades)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
510 BC - 480 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
6.18 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#136439
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square.

Comment

Lederer, Neue 30; BMC Crete -.

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin from Paros (Cyclades) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 5th century BC. It features an image of a dolphin on one side and a scallop shell on the other, which were symbols of the goddess Amphitrite, who was revered as the protector of the sea and the island's maritime trade.