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Diobol 185 BC - 150 BC
| Silver | 0.94 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 185 BC - 150 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Rhodian plintophoric drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.94 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#422647 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ρ / Ο on either side of a rose with one bud to left; in right field, star; dotted border.
Script: Greek
Lettering: P O
Interesting fact
The Diobol coin from Rhodes, made of silver and weighing 0.94g, is interesting because it was used as a form of currency during a time when Rhodes was an important trading hub in the Mediterranean. The coin's design features a radiate head of the sun god Helios on one side and a rose on the other, symbolizing the island's rich agricultural resources. Despite its small size, the Diobol was widely accepted and used for everyday transactions, demonstrating the importance of standardized currency in facilitating trade and commerce.
