Triobol (495 BC - 480 BC) front Triobol (495 BC - 480 BC) back
Triobol (495 BC - 480 BC) photo
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Triobol 495 BC - 480 BC

 
Silver 2.54 g -
Description
Issuer
Mantinea (Arkadia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
495 BC - 480 BC
Value
1 Triobol = ½ Drachm
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
2.54 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#144666
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

M-A divided by transverse dolphin swimming to upper left

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 boar's head on one side and a helmeted warrior on the other.