Obol (525 BC - 480 BC) front Obol (525 BC - 480 BC) back
Obol (525 BC - 480 BC) photo
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Obol 525 BC - 480 BC

 
Silver 0.96 g -
Description
Issuer
Haliartos (Boeotia)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
525 BC - 480 BC
Value
Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.96 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered, Incuse
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#146622
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Square incuse with clockwise mill-sail pattern

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΔIOKΛHΣ

Interesting fact

The Obol coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the city-state of Haliartos in Boeotia, and was worth one-sixth of a drachma, the standard unit of currency at the time.