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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Obol 400 BC - 301 BC
| Silver | 0.59 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Uncertain Cilician city |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 301 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.59 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#431654 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing head of Bes.
Comment
Göktürk 44.
Interesting fact
The Obol coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to one-sixth of a drachma. It was made of silver and had a distinctive design, featuring a dolphin on one side and a crescent moon on the other. The Obol was widely used in trade and commerce, and its design remained relatively consistent throughout its production run, making it a popular collector's item today.
