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Diobol - Sparadokos eagle facing right 450 BC - 440 BC
| Silver | 1.25 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Odryssa (Thracians) |
|---|---|
| King | Sparatocos (circa 450-440 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 440 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.25 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#236681 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle flying right, holding a serpent in its beak. All within incuse square.
Interesting fact
The Diobol - Sparadokos coin featuring an eagle facing right was used as a form of currency in the Kingdom of Odryssa, which was a Thracian kingdom located in the eastern part of the Balkan Peninsula, present-day Bulgaria. The coin was made of silver and weighed 1.25 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The fact that it was made of silver and had a standardized weight indicates that the kingdom had a well-organized monetary system, which was unusual for that time period.
