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© Nomos AG
Obol 470 BC - 460 BC
| Silver | 0.89 g | - |
| Issuer | Thessalian League (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 470 BC - 460 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.89 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182689 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wheat grain with hull and all within incuse square
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΦΕ
TΑ
Interesting fact
The Obol coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the Thessalian League (Thessaly) during the 5th century BC. The word "obol" comes from the Greek word "obelos," which means "roasting spit." This is because the coin was originally worth enough to buy a small roasting spit, or a pair of sandals. Over time, the value of the obol decreased, but it remained a widely used denomination in ancient Greece.
