© Leu Numismatik
© Leu Numismatik
Diobol 325 BC - 270 BC
| Silver | 1 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Metapontion (Lucania) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 325 BC - 270 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm (540-200BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#378158 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Barley ear with leaf to right; to right above leaf, cornucopiae.
Script: Greek
Lettering: META
Translation: Metapontium
Comment
Johnston F21.
Interesting fact
The Diobol coin from Metapontion (Lucania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to two obols, which was the price of a quart of wheat or a liter of wine.
