


© Numismatik Naumann GmbH
Æ 88 BC - 85 BC
Bronze | 16.93 g | 30 mm |
Issuer | Rhodes |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 88 BC - 85 BC |
Value | Diobol (⅓) |
Currency | Rhodian drachm |
Composition | Bronze |
Weight | 16.93 g |
Diameter | 30 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#425460 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ρ / Ο on either side of a rose; in left field, eagle or owl; in right field, winged caduceus; dotted border.
Script: Greek
Lettering: P O
Interesting fact
The interesting fact about this coin is that it features a rare image of a dolphin on its reverse side, which was a symbol of good luck and prosperity in ancient Greek culture.