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© Nomos AG
Obol 450 BC
450 BC year| Silver | 0.91 g | 10.0 mm |
| Issuer | Olympia (Elis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 450 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.91 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185995 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Thunderbolt with wings below and volutes above
Script: Greek
Lettering: FA
Comment
Cf. BCD Olympia 28 (stater).
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Olympia (Elis) 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.
