Diobol (Zancle, Samian occupation) (493 BC - 488 BC) front Diobol (Zancle, Samian occupation) (493 BC - 488 BC) back
Diobol (Zancle, Samian occupation) (493 BC - 488 BC) photo
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Diobol Zancle, Samian occupation 493 BC - 488 BC

 
Silver 1.11 g 10 mm
Description
Issuer
Messana (Sicily)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
493 BC - 488 BC
Value
Diobol (5⁄3)
Currency
Litra
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.11 g
Diameter
10 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#393257
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Prow of a Samaina galley to left; in field to left, crestless Corinthian helmet to left.

Comment

Barron 3-6.

Interesting fact

The Diobol coin from Messana (Sicily) made of Silver weighing 1.11g has an interesting fact that it was used as a form of currency during the Samian occupation of Zancle (modern-day Messina) in the 5th century BC. It was a standard circulation coin during that time and is a valuable piece of history for numismatists and historians.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (493 BC - 488 BC)  - - - - - -

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