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Diobol 540 BC - 521 BC
| Silver | 1.24 g | - |
| Issuer | Mytilene (Lesbos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 540 BC - 521 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.24 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#179352 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
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Interesting fact
The Diobol coin from Mytilene (Lesbos) is interesting because it features a unique design, with the head of a lion on one side and a dolphin on the other. This coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and is considered a rare and valuable collector's item today.
