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Diobol 425 BC - 350 BC
Silver | 0.71 g | 10 mm |
Issuer | Kroton (Bruttium) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 425 BC - 350 BC |
Value | Diobol (⅓) |
Currency | Achaean drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.71 g |
Diameter | 10 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-09 |
Numista | N#196058 |
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Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Hare springing right; O above and below (mark of value).
Script: Greek
Lettering:
O
O
Interesting fact
The Diobol coin from Kroton (Bruttium) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to two obols, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The fact that it was made of silver and weighed 0.71 grams indicates that it was a valuable and durable coin, likely used for larger transactions or as a store of value.