© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Obol 490 BC - 470 BC
| Silver | 0.99 g | 10.0 mm |
| Issuer | Argos (Argolis) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 490 BC - 470 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.99 g |
| Diameter | 10.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#185996 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
A within shallow incuse square with two deep incuses above
Script: Greek
Lettering: Α
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Argos (Argolis) 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.
