Triobol (338 BC - 316 BC) front Triobol (338 BC - 316 BC) back
Triobol (338 BC - 316 BC) photo
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Triobol 338 BC - 316 BC

 
Silver 2.80 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Lokroi Opuntii (Lokris)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
338 BC - 316 BC
Value
1 Triobol = 3 Obol = 3⁄6 Drachm (½)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.80 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#173844
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Ajax, nude, advancing to right, holding sword in his right hand and shield with his left. The interior of the shield is adorned with a serpent and below, a kantharos

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΟΠΟΝΤΙΩΝ

Comment

Pozzi 1339.

Interesting fact

The Triobol coin from Lokroi Opuntii (Lokris) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city-state of Lokris, during the 4th century BC. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features a unique design on its obverse side, depicting a mythical creature called a "Lokrian Hare" - a hare with the body of a deer and the head of a hare. This design was a symbol of the city-state and was used on many of its coins.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (338 BC - 316 BC)  - - - - - -

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