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Obol - 111st-114th Olympiad 336 BC - 324 BC
| Silver | 0.86 g | 10.5 mm |
| Issuer | Olympia (Elis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 336 BC - 324 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.86 g |
| Diameter | 10.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#177896 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Vertical thunderbolt, with wings above and volutes below
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
The Obol coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 111st-114th Olympiad (336 BC - 324 BC). It was made of silver and weighed 0.86 grams. The coin features an image of a dove on one side and a helmeted head of Athena on the other. The Obol was an important coin in ancient Greece, as it was used to pay for sacrifices and other religious rituals. It was also used as a form of payment for workers and merchants. Today, the Obol is a valuable collector's item and is highly sought after by numismatists.
