Triobol (219 BC - 196 BC) front Triobol (219 BC - 196 BC) back
Triobol (219 BC - 196 BC) photo
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Triobol 219 BC - 196 BC

 
Silver 2.35 g -
Description
Issuer
Lakedaimon (Lakonia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
219 BC - 196 BC
Value
1 Triobol = ½ Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.35 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#149378
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Amphora with caps of the Dioskouroi flanking, KI-P below and all within laurel wreath

Script: Greek

Interesting fact

The Triobol coin from Lakedaimon (Lakonia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and had a unique design, featuring a horseman on one side and a lyre on the other.