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Obol 500 BC - 450 BC
Silver | 0.63 g | - |
Issuer | Methymna (Lesbos) |
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Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 500 BC - 450 BC |
Value | Obol (⅙) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Silver |
Weight | 0.63 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#179437 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Turtle in incuse dotted square
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from Methymna (Lesbos) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and its design featured an image of a dolphin, which was a symbol of the god Apollo.