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Drachm

Smith’s Bible Dictionary (1863)

(Luke 15:8,9) 2 Macc 4:19; 10:20; 12:43, a Greek silver coin, varying in weight on account of the use of different talents. In Luke denarii (Authorized Version “piece of silver”) seem to be intended. [Money; Silver]

See also: money, silver

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