Hemiobol (Bull) (149 BC - 40 BC) front Hemiobol (Bull) (149 BC - 40 BC) back
Hemiobol (Bull) (149 BC - 40 BC) photo
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Hemiobol Bull 149 BC - 40 BC

 
Bronze 2.3 g 14.55 mm
Description
Issuer
Massalia (Gaul)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
149 BC - 40 BC
Value
Hemiobol (1⁄12)
Currency
Phocaean Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
2.3 g
Diameter
14.55 mm
Thickness
2.75 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#72166
Rarity index
77%

Reverse

Bull butting right

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΜΑΣΣΑ

Translation: Massalia

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Hemiobol (Bull) coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Massalia, which is now modern-day Marseille, France. The coin features an image of a bull on one side and the Greek god Apollo on the other. The coin was made of bronze and weighed 2.3 grams. Despite its small size, the Hemiobol (Bull) coin played an important role in the economy of Massalia and was used for everyday transactions.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (149 BC - 40 BC)  - - - - - -

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