Coin: Diobol, Athens

1900.63.0694

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Artifact Identification Coin: Diobol, Athens   (1900.63.0694)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
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  3. Exchange Media
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Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period N/A
Date 393-300 BCE
Culture Athenian, Ancient Greek
Location Not on Exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Diameter) 1.00 cm
Dimension 2 (Depth) 0.20 cm
Dimension 3 (N/A) N/A
Weight 1.31 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Metal--Silver
Manufacturing Processes Cast

Research Remarks

Description

This Greek coin is a silver Diobol from Athens in Greece. It was struck in the 4th century BCE. The obverse is a profile of Athena, Greek goddess of wisdom, war, and peace and patron of Athens. The reverse is a double bodied owl. The owl is a symbol of Athena.

Published Description N/A
Bibliography

Sear, David R. Greek Coins and their Values, Vol. I. London: Seaby, 1978.

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication N/A
Reproduction N/A

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