Diobol (400 BC - 300 BC) front Diobol (400 BC - 300 BC) back
Diobol (400 BC - 300 BC) photo
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Diobol 400 BC - 300 BC

 
Silver 1.26 g 11.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Mytilene (Lesbos)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 300 BC
Value
Diobol (⅓)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.26 g
Diameter
11.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#178709
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of female right. lizard to left

Interesting fact

The Diobol coin from Mytilene (Lesbos) is interesting because it features a unique design, with the head of a lion on one side and the goddess Demeter on the other. This coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and is a valuable piece for collectors today.