© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Obol 387 BC - 372 BC
| Silver | 0.8 g | 10.0 mm |
| Issuer | Plataiai (Boeotia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 387 BC - 372 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#146297 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Hera facing right, wearing a stephane
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠΛΑ
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Plataiai (Boeotia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece during the 4th century BC. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of a bee on one side, which was a symbol of the city of Plataiai. This coin was also used as a form of payment for soldiers and was valued at one-third of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency in ancient Greece.