Obol (500 BC - 480 BC) front Obol (500 BC - 480 BC) back
Obol (500 BC - 480 BC) photo
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Obol 500 BC - 480 BC

 
Silver 0.37 g 7.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Klazomenai (Ionia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
500 BC - 480 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.37 g
Diameter
7.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#148496
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Incuse punch

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Klazomenai (Ionia) 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 quadriga (a chariot pulled by four horses) on the other.