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Obol 450 BC - 425 BC
Silver | 0.87 g | 10.0 mm |
Issuer | Lokroi Opuntii (Lokris) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 450 BC - 425 BC |
Value | Obol (⅙) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.87 g |
Diameter | 10.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#423345 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Skew-pattern incuse square with five compartments; in the lower left compartment, O.
Script: Greek
Lettering: O
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Lokroi Opuntii (Lokris) 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.