© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Obol 500 BC - 450 BC
| Silver | 0.87 g | 9.0 mm |
| Issuer | Mytilene (Lesbos) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 500 BC - 450 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.87 g |
| Diameter | 9.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#179346 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Human eye with A and pellet, all in linear incuse square
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Mytilene (Lesbos) 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.
