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Diobol 400 BC - 390 BC
| Silver | 1.31 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Tlos (Lycia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 390 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.31 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#420398 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two panthers seated facing each other, each raising forepaw, diskeles below beaded ground line; all within beaded border.
Comment
Müseler VII, 12; Vismara II, 188; BMC -; Babelon, Traité II/2, 441.
Interesting fact
The Diobol coin from Tlos (Lycia) made of Silver weighing 1.31 g is interesting because it features a unique blend of Greek and Lycian elements. The obverse side of the coin depicts a lion's head, which is a common motif in ancient Lycian coinage, while the reverse side features the Greek god Apollo, indicating the cultural influence of the Greeks in the region. This blending of styles and symbols highlights the rich cultural diversity of the ancient world and the exchange of ideas between different civilizations.
