Obol (420 BC - 360 BC) front Obol (420 BC - 360 BC) back
Obol (420 BC - 360 BC) photo
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Obol 420 BC - 360 BC

 
Silver 1.08 g 11.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Aspendos (Pamphylia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
420 BC - 360 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
1.08 g
Diameter
11.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#186070
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Head of Athena to right, wearing crested Attic helmet adorned with olive leaves and tendril. All within incuse square

Script: Greek

Lettering: Ε Σ

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Aspendos (Pamphylia) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Aspendos during the 4th century BC. One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a dolphin on one side, which was a symbol of the city's dependence on the sea and its maritime trade.