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Diobol Panticapaeum 390 BC - 380 BC
| Silver | 1.37 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 390 BC - 380 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.37 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#411871 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of ram left; star below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ПАNTI
Interesting fact
The Diobol coin from the Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) was used as a form of currency during the 4th century BC and has an interesting fact associated with it. Despite being made of silver, the coin was not worth its weight in silver, as the metal value of the coin was lower than its face value. This means that the coin was not used as a store of value or an investment, but rather as a medium of exchange for small transactions.
