Obol (405 BC - 400 BC) front Obol (405 BC - 400 BC) back
Obol (405 BC - 400 BC) photo
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Obol 405 BC - 400 BC

 
Silver 0.50 g 9.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Phistelia (Campania)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
405 BC - 400 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.50 g
Diameter
9.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#185822
Rarity index
93%

Reverse

Lion prowling to left with serpent in exergue

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Phistelia (Campania) was used as a form of payment for goods and services in ancient Greece, and its value was equivalent to one-sixth of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency at the time.