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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Diobol 500 BC - 400 BC
| Silver | 1.18 g | 11.0 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Greek city (Greece (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 400 BC |
| Value | 1 Diobol = ⅓ Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.18 g |
| Diameter | 11.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#149558 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite incuse square
Comment
Probably from a mint from the western asia minorInteresting fact
The Diobol was a popular coin denomination in ancient Greece, and it was used in many different city-states. Despite its small size, the Diobol was an important coin because it was the standard unit of exchange for everyday transactions. It was equivalent to two drachmas, which was the standard unit of weight for silver coins at the time. The fact that the Diobol was made of silver and had a standardized weight and value made it a reliable and trustworthy form of currency, and it was widely used in trade and commerce throughout the ancient Greek world.
