Triobol (490 BC - 470 BC) front Triobol (490 BC - 470 BC) back
Triobol (490 BC - 470 BC) photo
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Triobol 490 BC - 470 BC

 
Silver 2.46 g -
Description
Issuer
Mantinea (Arkadia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
490 BC - 470 BC
Value
1 Triobol = ½ Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.46 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#144664
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

ΜΑ Three acorns arranged in a triangle; letter of the legend below and to right; oak leaf on the left; all within a triangular incuse

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΜΑ

Interesting fact

The Triobol coin from Mantinea (Arkadia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and had a unique design, featuring a depiction of a mythical creature called a "triton" on one side and an inscription on the other.