


© Bibliothèque nationale de France
Trihemiobol 500 BC - 485 BC
Silver | 1.4 g | 9 mm |
Issuer | Delphi (Phokis) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 500 BC - 485 BC |
Value | Trihemiobol (¼) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 1.4 g |
Diameter | 9 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#284578 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Two dolphins swimming upward back to back; all within incuse square.
Interesting fact
The Trihemiobol coin from Delphi (Phokis) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and had a unique design, featuring the image of a dolphin on one side and a triskelion (a three-legged symbol) on the other.