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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Diobol 450 BC - 408 BC
| Silver | 1.31 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Lindos (Rhodes) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 408 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Milesian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.31 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#400612 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of lion right in dotted square within incuse square.
Comment
BMC Caria, p. 229, 12 var. (lion left); cf. HGC 6, 1401 corr. (no ethnic; tetrobol).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Diobol coin from Lindos (Rhodes) is that it features a unique design on its obverse side, depicting a stylized head of the Greek goddess Athena, while the reverse side shows an owl, which was a symbol of wisdom and intelligence in ancient Greek culture.
