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© Trustees of the British Museum
Drachm 520 BC - 495 BC
| Silver | 6.45 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Knidos (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 520 BC - 495 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 6.45 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#392641 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Aphrodite right wearing sakkos bound with riband.
Script: Greek
Lettering: KN
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Knidos (Caria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design. One side of the coin features a stag's head, while the other side features a quadripartite incuse, which is a pattern of four squares within a square. This design was used to prevent counterfeiting and to ensure that the coin was made of pure silver. The use of a stag's head on the coin may have been a symbol of the city's connection to the goddess Artemis, who was often depicted with a stag.
