Obol (350 BC - 325 BC) front Obol (350 BC - 325 BC) back
Obol (350 BC - 325 BC) photo
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Obol 350 BC - 325 BC

 
Silver 0.56 g 10 mm
Description
Issuer
Astakos (Akarnania)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
350 BC - 325 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.56 g
Diameter
10 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#397045
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Periapton (an amulet for suspension).

Script: Greek

Lettering: AΣTΑ

Translation: Astakos

Comment

Unpublished, c.f. HGC 802 with the head of Asklepios.

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Astakos (Akarnania) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the region of Akarnania, and was valued at one-third of an Athenian drachma.