Obol (420 BC - 385 BC) front Obol (420 BC - 385 BC) back
Obol (420 BC - 385 BC) photo
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Obol 420 BC - 385 BC

 
Silver 0.87 g 11.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Mantinea (Arkadia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
420 BC - 385 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.87 g
Diameter
11.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#144669
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Large M with MAN below

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΜΑN

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Mantinea (Arkadia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to one-sixth of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency at the time.