Obol (309 BC - 265 BC) front Obol (309 BC - 265 BC) back
Obol (309 BC - 265 BC) photo
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Obol 309 BC - 265 BC

 
Silver 0.77 g -
Description
Issuer
Lakedaimon (Lakonia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
309 BC - 265 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.77 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#149382
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Upright club with four knot pairs, flanked by stars of six rays

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Lakedaimon (Lakonia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to one-sixth of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency at the time.