Obol (324 BC - 323 BC) front Obol (324 BC - 323 BC) back
Obol (324 BC - 323 BC) photo
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Obol 324 BC - 323 BC

 
Silver 0.46 g 10 mm
Description
Issuer
Laranda (Lucaonia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
324 BC - 323 BC
Value
1 Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.46 g
Diameter
10 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#117257
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Forepart of wolf right; inverted crescent above; all within dotted square border.

Comment

SNG France & SNG Levante attributing this coin to Cilicia.

Göktürk 82.

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Laranda (Lucaonia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city-state of Laranda, during the 4th century BC. The coin's design features the head of the nymph Laranda on one side and a lion on the other, symbolizing the city's connection to the mythological figure and its association with strength and power.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (324 BC - 323 BC)  - - - - - -

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