Trihemiobol (500 BC - 480 BC) front Trihemiobol (500 BC - 480 BC) back
Trihemiobol (500 BC - 480 BC) photo
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Trihemiobol 500 BC - 480 BC

 
Silver 1.02 g -
Description
Issuer
Lete (Macedon)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
500 BC - 480 BC
Value
Trihemiobol (¼)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.02 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#172005
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Diagonally divided incuse square

Comment

Weights between 0.8 and 1.05 grams have been recorded for this type depending on wear; the theoretical weight is more around 1 gram.

Interesting fact

The Trihemiobol coin from Lete (Macedon) is interesting because it features a unique design, with the head of a youthful Dionysus on one side and a grapevine on the other. This coin was used in everyday transactions and represents an early use of silver in coinage.