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Obol 300 BC - 250 BC
Silver | 0.84 g | 9 mm |
Issuer | Nola (Campania) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 300 BC - 250 BC |
Value | Obol (⅙) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.84 g |
Diameter | 9 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#386765 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Man-headed bull walking right, crowned by Nike flying right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: MI
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Nola (Campania) was used as a form of payment for goods and services in ancient Greece, and its value was equivalent to one-sixth of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency at the time.