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What are Greek coins used for?
What are Greek coins used for?
EthereumElite
Thu Oct 24 2024
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I'm curious about the utility of Greek coins. I want to know what purposes they serve in their original context, whether it's for transactions, ceremonies, or any other specific reasons.
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BlockchainBaron
Sat Oct 26 2024
The drachm was a small silver coin that served as a man's average daily wage in ancient times.
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HallyuHeroLegendaryStar
Sat Oct 26 2024
The use of these coins was prevalent in the Greek world, particularly from the eighth century B.C. onwards.
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Lorenzo
Sat Oct 26 2024
On the other hand, a tetradrachm was a larger silver coin that held significant value.
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SamuraiSoul
Sat Oct 26 2024
This tetradrachm had the purchasing power to buy luxuries such as jewellery, horses, or weapons.
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ZenMindful
Sat Oct 26 2024
Notably, the tetradrachm was worth four times the daily wage of a man.
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