Tritartemorion (460 BC - 400 BC) front Tritartemorion (460 BC - 400 BC) back
Tritartemorion (460 BC - 400 BC) photo
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Tritartemorion 460 BC - 400 BC

 
Silver 0.40 g 8.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Eion (Macedon)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
460 BC - 400 BC
Value
Tritartemorion (⅛)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.40 g
Diameter
8.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#139983
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square.

Interesting fact

The Tritartemorion coin from Eion (Macedon) is interesting because it features a unique design, with the head of a youthful Dionysus on one side and a lion's head on the other. This coin was used in everyday transactions and represents an early use of silver in coinage.