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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Diobol - Saratokos Type I; Σ-Α 407 BC - 369 BC
| Silver | 1.07 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Odryssa (Thracians) |
|---|---|
| King | Saratokos (circa 407-369 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 407 BC - 369 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.07 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#237439 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vine bunch with bunch of grapes in incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: Σ Α
Comment
Traité IV 1300, pl. CCCXXX, 19; Topalov 69; Topalov I 4aExamples of this type:
• Example #1 (1.07 g; 10 mm; 3 h; Near Extremely Fine)
©️ Roma Numismatics Ltd.
◦ Auctioned by Roma Numismatics, E-Sale 33, 4 February 2017, Lot 110. Sold for 210 GBP.
• Example #2 (0.85 g; 10 mm; 12 h; Good Very Fine)
©️ Nomos AG
◦ Ex-Vineyard Collection
◦ Auctioned by Nomos AG, obolos 16, 11 October 2020, Lot 118.
◦ Auctioned by Lanz, Auction 114, 26 May 2003, Lot 83.
• Example #3 (0.76 g; 10.5 mm; 10 h; Very Fine)
©️ Classical Numismatic Group, LLC
◦ Auctioned by Classical Numismatic Group, Electronic Auction 398, 31 May 2017, Lot 41. Sold for 85 USD.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a mythical creature called the "Saratokos" on one side, which is believed to be a symbol of the Thracian people's connection to the natural world and their beliefs in the power of mythical creatures.
