© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Drachm 550 BC - 510 BC
| Silver | 2.7 g | - |
| Issuer | Sybaris (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 550 BC - 510 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Achaean drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.7 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#384342 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bull standing to right, on dotted ground line. Around it, a border of dots and all as incuse.
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin from Sybaris (Lucania) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Sybaris, which was known for its wealth and luxury. The coin features an image of a bull on one side and an inscription on the other, which translates to "Sybaris" in ancient Greek. The use of silver in the coin's composition was a symbol of the city's wealth and power.
