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Diobol 500 BC - 440 BC
| Silver | 1.12 g | 8.0 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Thraco-macedonian city (Thraco-macedonian region) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 440 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.12 g |
| Diameter | 8.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185952 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Irregular incuse square
Interesting fact
The Diobol coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Thrace, a region located in the northeastern part of the Balkan Peninsula. The coin's design features the image of a mythical creature called a griffin, which was a symbol of protection and strength in ancient Greek mythology. The use of the griffin on the coin suggests that the city that issued it was influenced by Greek culture and may have been a center of trade and commerce in the region.