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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Obol 400 BC - 384 BC
| Silver | 0.67 g | 10.5 mm |
| Issuer | Nagidos (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 400 BC - 384 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.67 g |
| Diameter | 10.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#149629 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wreathed head of Dionysos facing right with the city initials on the left field.
Script: Greek
Lettering: NA
Comment
Cf. Göktürk 1; SNG BN 14 var. (ethnic); SNG Levante 3 var. (same).
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Nagidos (Cilicia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design. One side of the coin features a helmeted head of Athena, the goddess of wisdom, while the other side depicts a griffin, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle. This design was meant to symbolize the city's wealth and power.
