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Obol 400 BC - 380 BC
| Silver | 0.65 g | 11 mm |
| Issuer | Xanthos (Lycia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 380 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.65 g |
| Diameter | 11 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#413524 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted head of Athena right, Π behind.
Comment
Unpublished in the standard references, for type cf. Traité ΙΙ, 399.
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Xanthos (Lycia) was used as a form of currency in the 4th century BC, and its design features a unique combination of Lycian and Greek elements. On one side, the coin bears the image of a lion's head, which was a common motif in Lycian art, while on the other side, it features the Greek goddess Athena, highlighting the cultural exchange and influence between the two civilizations.
