Bible unit in Scripture

Drachma in Scripture

A Greek silver coin, important in Luke 15 and related monetary contexts.

Study note: values are approximate. Read each unit in its biblical context and check the linked Strong’s evidence where available.

Basic data

Category
Money — Greek silver coin
Original terms
δραχμή · drachmē · G1406
Metric estimate
about 4.3 g silver in common approximations
Imperial estimate
about 0.15 oz silver
Certainty
medium

Ancient values are approximate and may vary by period, region, or scholarly reconstruction.

Calculator data

Grams
4.3
Metaldefault
silver

Usage tags

parablecommercial

Local Strong’s evidence

The following local KJV Strong’s-token matches are connected with the listed references for this unit.

ReferenceKJV wordingStrong’sMatched wording
Luke 15:8pieces of silverG1406pieces of silver
Luke 15:8pieces of silverG1406silver

Expanded Strong’s occurrence references

Occurrence precision: context-sensitive lexical range. The references are useful, but the wording should be read in context because related English terms are included.

This table follows the content Strong’s numbers for this entry into the local KJV Strong’s occurrence index.

Expanded occurrences
3
Unique references
2
Books represented
1
Strong’s numbers
G1406

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Verse references

These links open the local NET Bible chapter context where available.

Study notes

  • Ancient values should be read as approximate study aids because standards can vary by period, region, and context.