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Diobol 408 BC - 406 BC
| Silver | 1.30 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Ainos (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 408 BC - 406 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.30 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#419850 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Goat standing right with right foreleg raised; below, crab; all within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: AINI
Comment
Ward 416.
Interesting fact
The Diobol coin from Ainos (Thrace) is interesting because it features a unique combination of symbols on its obverse side, including a helmeted head of Athena, a griffin, and a rose. This combination of symbols suggests that the coin may have been used as a form of currency in a specific trade or commercial context, possibly related to the export of local goods such as wine or grain. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's composition indicates that it was likely valued for its durability and rarity, and may have been used as a form of currency in regional trade networks.
