Obol (400 BC - 350 BC) front Obol (400 BC - 350 BC) back
Obol (400 BC - 350 BC) photo
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Obol 400 BC - 350 BC

 
Silver 0.62 g 10.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Lamia (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 350 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.62 g
Diameter
10.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#189048
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Amphora with tall handles, above, ivy leaf and to right, prochous with handle to right

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΛΑM ΙΕ ΩΝ

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Lamia (Thessaly) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city of Lamia, and was made of silver. It's interesting to note that the Obol coin was the smallest denomination of ancient Greek coinage, and it was worth one-sixth of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency in ancient Greece.