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Drachma
01
a historical unit of currency formerly used in Greece
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a unit of apothecary weight equal to an eighth of an ounce or to 60 grains
drachma
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Citizens exchanged their old drachma notes for euros when Greece adopted the euro as its official currency.
Historical artifacts often include inscriptions denoting prices in drachma, providing insight into ancient economies.
In ancient times, goods and services were bought and sold using the drachma as currency.
The value of the drachma fluctuated significantly in response to economic and political changes.
Tourists visiting Greece can sometimes find old coins or banknotes featuring the drachma in souvenir shops.
