Trihemiobol (500 BC) front Trihemiobol (500 BC) back
Trihemiobol (500 BC) photo
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Trihemiobol 500 BC

500 BC year
Silver 2.07 g 12.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Knidos (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
500 BC
Value
Trihemiobol (¼)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.07 g
Diameter
12.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#150224
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Head of Aphrodite facing right within rectangular incuse

Interesting fact

The Trihemiobol coin from Knidos (Caria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design, with one side featuring a helmeted head of Athena and the other side depicting a winged Victory (Nike) standing on the prow of a ship.