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This Thrace, Thasos trihemiobol from 412-404 B.C. is a remarkable and rare specimen of ancient Greek silver coinage. Struck during the early classical period, it reflects the artistic skill and cultural significance of Thasos, a prominent maritime city in the northern Aegean. The coin prominently features a depiction of a satyr, a mythological creature associated with Dionysus, known for its wild and playful nature. The satyr’s image is rendered with fine detail and characteristic Greek artistry, capturing movement and personality on a small silver flan. Struck in silver (AR), the trihemiobol was a small denomination used in daily transactions, and its imagery highlights the mythological and cultural themes important to Thasos. The coin’s design and rarity make it an exceptional piece for collectors of Greek numismatics. This trihemiobol offers a unique glimpse into the mythology, economy, and artistic achievements of ancient Thasos—an exquisite and historically significant artifact from early Greek civilization.