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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Obol 450 BC - 333 BC
| Silver | 0.42 g | - |
| Issuer | Ashkelon (Cities of Philistia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 450 BC - 333 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.42 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#88565 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Owl standing right, head facing; retrograde nun and ’aleph behind, Θ[E] to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΘE
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Ashkelon was used as a form of currency in the ancient Philistine city of Ashkelon, which was located in the southern coastal region of Palestine. The coin features an image of a lion's head on one side and an inscription in ancient Greek on the other side, which reads "Ashkelon" and "Obol". The use of the lion's head on the coin may have been a symbol of the city's strength and power.