Obol (515 BC - 510 BC) front Obol (515 BC - 510 BC) back
Obol (515 BC - 510 BC) photo
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Obol 515 BC - 510 BC

 
Silver 0.64 g 7.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Athens (Attica)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
515 BC - 510 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.64 g
Diameter
7.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#135624
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rough incuse square.

Comment

Wappenmünzen type

Interesting fact

The Obol coin was used as a form of payment for the ferryman to transport the deceased across the river Styx to the underworld in ancient Greek mythology.