Diobol - Perdiccas III (365 BC - 360 BC) front Diobol - Perdiccas III (365 BC - 360 BC) back
Diobol - Perdiccas III (365 BC - 360 BC) photo
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Diobol - Perdiccas III 365 BC - 360 BC

 
Silver 0.93 g 11 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
King
Perdiccas III (365 BC - 360 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
365 BC - 360 BC
Value
Diobol (⅓)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.93 g
Diameter
11 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#390937
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Bow and club within incuse square.

Script: Greek

Lettering: Π EP

Comment

Westermark, Remarks pl. LXX, 45; SNG ANS -.

Interesting fact

The Diobol coin was used as a form of payment for soldiers and mercenaries during the reign of Perdiccas III, which suggests that it played an important role in the military and economic affairs of the Kingdom of Macedonia during that time.