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Diobol - Euktonimos 330 BC - 294 BC
| Silver | 0.95 g | 9.0 mm |
| Issuer | Lebedos (Ionia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 330 BC - 294 BC |
| Value | 2 Obols (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.95 g |
| Diameter | 9.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#180184 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Owl standing of ship’s prow
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΛΕ
ΕΥΚΤΟΝΥΜΟΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Diobol coin from Lebedos (Ionia) is that it features a unique blend of Greek and Persian influences in its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts a bearded male head wearing a Persian-style crown, while the reverse side shows a Greek-style owl perched on a branch. This fusion of design elements reflects the cultural exchange and blending that occurred during the Hellenistic period, when Greek cities like Lebedos were under Persian rule.
