Bronze Obol (250 BC - 200 BC) front Bronze Obol (250 BC - 200 BC) back
Bronze Obol (250 BC - 200 BC) photo
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Bronze Obol 250 BC - 200 BC

 
Bronze 7.16 g 19.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Kyme (Aeolis)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
250 BC - 200 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
7.16 g
Diameter
19.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#143697
Rarity index
88%

Reverse

Horse facing right, foreleg raised. A one-handled cup (oinochoe) below the raised foreleg. Name of the magistrate in exergue

Script: Greek

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Bronze Obol coin from Kyme (Aeolis) is that it features a unique combination of symbols on its obverse side, including a helmeted head of Athena, a owl, and a crescent moon, which reflects the cultural and mythological influences of the ancient Greek city-state of Kyme.