Obol (475 BC - 450 BC) front Obol (475 BC - 450 BC) back
Obol (475 BC - 450 BC) photo
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Obol 475 BC - 450 BC

 
Silver 0.65 g 9.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Gargara (Troad)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
475 BC - 450 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.65 g
Diameter
9.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#170502
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Quadripartite incuse square

Comment

Unpublished in the standard references.

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Gargara (Troad) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and had a unique design, featuring a dolphin jumping over a wave on one side and a helmeted head of Gorgon on the other.