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Diobol Nymphaeum 425 BC - 395 BC
| Silver | 1.63 g | 10.5 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 425 BC - 395 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.63 g |
| Diameter | 10.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#411784 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Grape bunch on vine within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: NYN
Comment
Anokhin (1986) 62; Frolova, frühe, Type I, 2–5.
Only 8 examples cited by Frolova, 6 of which are in public collections.
Interesting fact
The Diobol (Nymphaeum) coin from the Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) is interesting because it features a unique design on its reverse side. Instead of the usual depiction of a deity or monarch, this coin features an image of a nymph, which gives the coin its name "Nymphaeum." This design choice was likely intended to highlight the kingdom's association with the mythological figure of the nymph, who was believed to inhabit the nearby coastal region. The inclusion of this mythological element on the coinage suggests that the Bosporan Kingdom was interested in promoting its cultural and mythological heritage, as well as its political and economic power.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (425 BC - 395 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Diobol (Nymphaeum) (425 BC - 395 BC) coin.
