© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Diobol 525 BC - 425 BC
| Silver | 0.96 g | - |
| Issuer | Kroton (Bruttium) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 525 BC - 425 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Achaean drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.96 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#388515 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Four paterae.
Comment
Apparently unique and unpublished.
Interesting fact
The Diobol coin from Kroton (Bruttium) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to two obols, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The fact that it was made of silver, which was a valuable and durable material, speaks to the importance of this coin in the ancient Greek economy. Additionally, the fact that it was used in a city like Kroton, which was an important center of trade and commerce, highlights the coin's significance in facilitating economic transactions in the region.
