Tetrobol (450 BC - 420 BC) front Tetrobol (450 BC - 420 BC) back
Tetrobol (450 BC - 420 BC) photo
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Tetrobol 450 BC - 420 BC

 
Silver 2.29 g 14.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Dikaia (Thrace)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
450 BC - 420 BC
Value
Tetrobol (⅔)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.29 g
Diameter
14.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#236378
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of a bull to right; all within an incuse square

Script: Greek

Lettering: Δ Ι Κ Α Ι Α

Interesting fact

The Tetrobol coin from Dikaia (Thrace) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the region of Thrace, during the 5th century BC.