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9 Obols - Antipater 240 BC - 220 BC
| Silver | 5.66 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Byzantion (Thrace) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 240 BC - 220 BC |
| Value | 1½ Drachm (3⁄2) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 5.66 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#420279 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Poseidon seated right on rocks, holding trident and aphlaston; ΠΥ to left, monogram to right, EΠI ANTIΠATΡΟΥ below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: EΠI ANTIΠATΡΟΥ
Comment
Schönert-Geiss, Byzantion 1031.
Interesting fact
The 9 Obols coin from Byzantion (Thrace) made of Silver and weighing 5.66g was minted during the reign of Antipater (240 BC - 220 BC), who was a powerful king of the ancient Greek city-state of Macedon. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during his reign and features an image of the king's head on one side and the goddess Athena on the other. It's interesting to note that the coin's design and weight were heavily influenced by the ancient Greek coinage system, which was widely used throughout the Mediterranean region at that time.
