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Obol 400 BC - 300 BC
| Silver | 1.21 g | 11.0 mm |
| Issuer | Herakleia Pontika (Bithynia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.21 g |
| Diameter | 11.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#185571 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Club to right
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΗΡΑΚ
ΛΕΙΑ
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Herakleia Pontika (Bithynia) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city-state of Herakleia Pontika, which was located in modern-day Turkey. The coin features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other side that reads "ΗΡΑΚΛΕΙΑΣ ΠΟΝΤΙΚΗΣ," which translates to "of Herakleia Pontika." The use of lion imagery on the coin may have been a symbol of the city's connection to the mythological figure of Hercules, who was associated with lions.