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Diobol 490 BC - 480 BC
| Silver | 0.9 g | 9.3 mm |
| Issuer | Ialysos (Rhodes) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 490 BC - 480 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.9 g |
| Diameter | 9.3 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#357146 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle's head left, in dotted square; all within incuse square.
Interesting fact
The Diobol coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city-state of Ialysos on the island of Rhodes. It was made of silver and weighed approximately 0.9 grams. Despite its small size, the Diobol was an important coin in its time and was used for everyday transactions. It features an image of a stag on one side and an inscription on the other, which reads "ΙΑΛΥΣΙΩΝ" (Ialysion), indicating its origin from Ialysos. The Diobol coin is a valuable piece of history that provides insight into the economic and cultural practices of ancient Greece.
