© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Obol 465 BC - 460 BC
| Silver | 0.76 g | - |
| Issuer | Methylion (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 465 BC - 460 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.76 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#171112 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Barley grain in opening pod
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΜΕ ΘV
Comment
Unpublished.
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Methylion (Thessaly) 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.
