© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Obol 440 BC - 390 BC
| Silver | 0.79 g | 8.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mallos (Cilicia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 440 BC - 390 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.79 g |
| Diameter | 8.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#177223 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Belleropho (?) facing left, wearing cap and the letters MAP before. All in dotted square within incuse square
Script: Greek
Lettering: MAP
Comment
Gökturk –; SNG France –; SNG Levante –; Traité –; Brindley 309.
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Mallos (Cilicia) was used as a form of currency in the ancient Greek city of Mallos, which was located in the region of Cilicia (now in modern-day Turkey). The coin features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription on the other side that reads "MALLOS" in ancient Greek. The use of lion imagery on the coin may have been a symbol of the city's strength and power.
