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© Nomos AG
Obol 430 BC - 370 BC
| Silver | 0.8 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Parrhasia (Arkadia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 430 BC - 370 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.8 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#381600 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Retrograde letters Π-Α-R around a large retrograde Π
Script: Greek (retrograde)
Lettering:
ΠΑR
Π
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Parrhasia (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.