Obol (500 BC - 490 BC) front Obol (500 BC - 490 BC) back
Obol (500 BC - 490 BC) photo
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Obol 500 BC - 490 BC

 
Silver 0.79 g 9.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Knidos (Caria)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
500 BC - 490 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.79 g
Diameter
9.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#150231
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Archaic head of Aphrodite facing right.

Interesting fact

The Obol coin from Knidos (Caria) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and has a unique design, with one side featuring a dolphin and the other side featuring a scallop shell.