© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Obol 400 BC - 350 BC
| Silver | 0.87 g | 10.0 mm |
| Issuer | Metropolis (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.87 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#152021 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Dionysos, holding a thyrsos and seated left on a wine crater. A grape vine to the right
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΕΤΡΟΠΟ
Translation: The Metropolitans
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Metropolis (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.
