© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Obol 390 BC - 370 BC
| Silver | 0.89 g | 12 mm |
| Issuer | Kierion (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 390 BC - 370 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.89 g |
| Diameter | 12 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#395931 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Warrior, naked but for helmet, shield and short sword, in fighting attitude right, in field below to right, Φ.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΚΙΕΡΙ
ΕΙΩΝ
Φ
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Kierion (Thessaly) 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.
