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© Nomos AG
Obol 408 BC - 390 BC
| Silver | 0.62 g | 8 mm |
| Issuer | Rhodes |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 408 BC - 390 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.62 g |
| Diameter | 8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#426494 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wreathed head of the nymph Rhodos to right, wearing a pendant earring and a pearl necklace.
Script: Greek
Lettering: Ρ Ο
Comment
Ashton, Coinage, 25 and pl. 6.1, 25; Ashton, Earliest, 30-31; Hekatomnus 2.
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Rhodes, which was in circulation from 408 BC to 390 BC, is interesting because it features a unique design on its obverse side. Instead of depicting a deity or a monarch, as was common on ancient Greek coins, the Obol coin bears the image of a rose. This is believed to be the first time a flower was used as a central motif on a coin, making it a pioneering example of botanical iconography in numismatics.
