Obol (400 BC - 370 BC) front Obol (400 BC - 370 BC) back
Obol (400 BC - 370 BC) photo
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Obol 400 BC - 370 BC

 
Silver 1.02 g 9 mm
Description
Issuer
Syangela (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
400 BC - 370 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.02 g
Diameter
9 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#427472
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

ΣΥΑ above kantharos; to left, inverted bunch of grapes; all within square incuse with rounded corners.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΣΥΑ

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Syangela (Caria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city-state of Caria, and was made of silver. It's interesting to note that the Obol coin was the smallest denomination of currency in ancient Greece, and it was equivalent to one-sixth of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. This coin was used for everyday transactions and was a symbol of the economic and cultural exchange that took place in the region during that period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (400 BC - 370 BC)  - - - - - -

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