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© Trustees of the British Museum
Drachm 530 BC - 500 BC
| Silver | 3.667 g | - |
| Issuer | Poseidonia (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 530 BC - 500 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Phocaean/Campanian Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.667 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#384283 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Incuse of obverse figure, but trident is in relief.
Script: Greek (retrograde)
Lettering: Π◊M
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Poseidonia (Lucania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to 6 obols, which was the price of a day's wages for a skilled worker.
