Coin: Triobol, Athens
1900.63.0706
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Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Coin: Triobol, Athens (1900.63.0706) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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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) | 1.32 cm |
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| Dimension 2 (Depth) | 0.22 cm |
| Dimension 3 (N/A) | N/A |
| Weight | 2.12 g |
| Measuring Remarks | N/A |
| Materials | Metal--Silver |
| Manufacturing Processes | Cast |
Research Remarks
| Description | This Greek coin is a silver Triobol 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 an owl, the symbol of Athena, facing forward. On either side of the owl are olive branches, the tree that Athena gifted to the Athenians. |
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| 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 |
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| Reproduction | N/A |
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