Triobol (360 BC - 350 BC) front Triobol (360 BC - 350 BC) back
Triobol (360 BC - 350 BC) photo
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Triobol 360 BC - 350 BC

 
Silver 2.85 g 15 mm
Description
Issuer
Lokroi Opuntii (Lokris)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
360 BC - 350 BC
Value
1 Triobol = 3 Obol = 3⁄6 Drachm (½)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.85 g
Diameter
15 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#423311
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Ajax, nude but for crested Corinthian helmet, holding sword in right hand, shield decorated with coiled serpent on left arm, advancing right on ground; OΠON-TIΩN at sides; on ground below, crested Corinthian helmet left between legs, spear lying in background.

Script: Greek

Lettering: OΠON TIΩN

Comment

Pozzi 1340.

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.