© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Diobol 500 BC - 473 BC
| Silver | 1.2 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Tarentum (Calabria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 473 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Campanian (Italic-Achaean) drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.2 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#383571 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Hippocamp right.
Script: Greek (retrograde)
Lettering: APAT
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Diobol coin from Tarentum is that it features a unique design on its reverse side, depicting a dolphin jumping over a truncated palm tree. This design was meant to symbolize the city's strong maritime tradition and its connection to the sea.
