Obol (325 BC - 275 BC) front Obol (325 BC - 275 BC) back
Obol (325 BC - 275 BC) photo
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Obol 325 BC - 275 BC

 
Silver 0.68 g 10 mm
Description
Issuer
Allifae (Campania)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
325 BC - 275 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.68 g
Diameter
10 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#385281
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Skylla swimming right, holding sepia and fish; mussel shell below.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΛΛΙΒΑΝΟΝ

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Allifae (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.