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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Obol 400 BC - 380 BC
| Silver | 0.60 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Xanthos (Lycia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 380 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.60 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#420403 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Helmeted head of Athena left.
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Xanthos (Lycia) was used as a form of currency in the 4th century BC and has an interesting fact associated with it. Despite being made of silver, the Obol coin was not worth a significant amount, with its value being equivalent to about 1/6 of a day's wage for a skilled worker at the time. This highlights the relatively low value of silver during that period and the fact that even small amounts of silver were used as currency.