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Triobol 450 BC - 425 BC
| Silver | 2.74 g | 12.0 mm |
| Issuer | Sikyon (Sikyonia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 425 BC |
| Value | 1 Triobol = ½ Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.74 g |
| Diameter | 12.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#149501 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dove flying right, inverted san above head, inverted T (= τριώβολον) below and all within incuse square
Interesting fact
The Triobol coin from Sikyon was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to three obols, which was the value of a single day's wage for a skilled worker. This coin was made of silver and weighed 2.74 grams, making it a valuable and practical form of currency for everyday transactions.
