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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Æ Obol - Agalos 200 BC - 170 BC
| Bronze | 7.68 g | 20.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kos (Carian Islands) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 170 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 7.68 g |
| Diameter | 20.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#152619 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Serpent-entwined staff
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΓΑΛΟΣ
ΚΩΙΩΝ
Interesting fact
The Æ Obol - Agalos coin from Kos (Carian Islands) is notable for its unique design, which features a stylized head of a horned god on one side and a double-headed eagle on the other. This design is believed to represent the mythological creature known as the "Lernaean Hydra," which was said to have multiple heads and the ability to regenerate its body parts. The use of this imagery on the coin may have been intended to symbolize the strength and resilience of the city of Kos.
