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© Trustees of the British Museum
Tetradrachm 525 BC - 480 BC
| Silver | 17.11 g | - |
| Issuer | Kyrene (Kyrenaica) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 525 BC - 480 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.11 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#364484 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Gazelle standing left; silphium plant before, fruit above.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
K
K
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from Kyrene (Kyrenaica) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city-state of Kyrene, which was located in present-day Libya. The coin features an image of a silphium plant on one side and a lion's head on the other, which symbolized the wealth and power of the city. The use of silver in the coin's production also signified the value and importance of the metal in ancient times.
