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Triobol Theodosia 400 BC - 395 BC
| Silver | 2.64 g | 13 mm |
| Issuer | Bosporan Kingdom (Bosporos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 395 BC |
| Value | Triobol (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 2.64 g |
| Diameter | 13 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#380704 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing bucranium, fillets hanging from horns.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘE-OΔ-EΩ
Comment
Anokhin (1986) 74.Mass varies: 2.37–2.85 g;
Diameter varies: 12–14 mm;
Interesting fact
The Triobol coin from the Bosporan Kingdom featuring Theodosia has an interesting fact: it was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Bosporos, which is now modern-day Crimea.
