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Trihemiobol 490 BC - 470 BC
| Silver | 1.10 g | 10.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kaunos (Caria) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 490 BC - 470 BC |
| Value | Trihemiobol (¼) |
| Currency | Aeginetic drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.10 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#147788 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Griffin standing facing right, forepaw raised and within quadripartite incuse square
Comment
Konuk 46-56.
Interesting fact
The Trihemiobol coin from Kaunos (Caria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design, featuring a mythological creature called a Griffin on one side and a Lion on the other.
