© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Diobol - Metokos ΜΗΤΟΚΟ on obverse 405 BC - 391 BC
| Silver | 1.10 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Odryssa (Thracians) |
|---|---|
| King | Metokos (circa 407-386 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 405 BC - 391 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.10 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#236722 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Inscription around bipennis. The letter "T" is integrated in the handle. Sign in right field.
Lettering: ΜΗΤΟΚΟ
Comment
Peter S. 91; Winzer 29.3.Examples of this type:
• Example #1 (1.02 g; Very Fine)
©️ Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
◦ Auctioned by Fritz Rudolf Künker, Auction 304, Osnabrück, 19 March 2018, Lot 236. Sold for 260 EUR.
• Example #2 (11.5 mm; 1.11 g; 9 h; Very Fine, toned, porous)
©️ Classical Numismatic Group, LLC
◦ Auctioned by Classical Numismatic Group, Electronic Auction 401, 12 July 2017, Lot 10. Sold for 140 USD.
Interesting fact
The Diobol coin from the Kingdom of Odryssa (Thracians) was used as a form of currency during the 5th century BC. It was made of silver and weighed approximately 1.10 grams. Despite its small size, this coin played a significant role in the economy of the region and was used for everyday transactions. Its design featured the image of Metokos (ΜΗΤΟΚΟ) on the obverse side, which was a common feature on coins from this region during that time period.
