Obol (430 BC - 400 BC) front Obol (430 BC - 400 BC) back
Obol (430 BC - 400 BC) photo
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Obol 430 BC - 400 BC

 
Silver 0.9 g 13 mm
Description
Issuer
Pelinna (Thessaly)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
430 BC - 400 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.9 g
Diameter
13 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#189222
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Warrior in throwing stance to left, wearing petasos and short chiton, holding shield decorated with star and two javelins in left hand, preparing to throw javelin with right hand

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΠΕΛΙΝ

Translation: The Pelinnaeians

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Pelinna (Thessaly) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the region of Thessaly, and was equivalent to one-sixth of a drachma.