Tetradrachm

A tetradrachm is an ancient coin that originated in Greece, valued at four drachmas. It typically featured intricate designs, often depicting important deities, rulers, or symbols of city-states. Made primarily of silver, tetradrachms were widely used in trade throughout the Mediterranean and beyond during the classical period, particularly between the 5th and 3rd centuries BCE. Their standardized weight and design made them a reliable medium of exchange, facilitating commerce and cultural exchange across regions. Today, tetradrachms are of interest to collectors and historians for their artistic and historical significance.