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Obol Ameise Type 200 BC - 1 BC
| Silver | 1.03 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Boii |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 200 BC - 1 BC |
| Value | 1 Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.03 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#189364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Ant, seen from above.
Comment
Dembski, MÖNG XXXI/1 1991, S. 9, 6, 7.Recorded Sales:
• Roma Numismatics Ltd, Auction XVIII, 29 Sep 2019, lot 50. Unsold .
• Numismatik Lanz, Auction 125, 28 November 2005, lot 15. Sold for €700 in sehr schön/fast vorzüglich grade.
Interesting fact
The Obol coin from the Boii tribe, made of silver and weighing 1.03g, is interesting because it features a unique design that reflects the culture and beliefs of the Boii people. The coin's obverse side depicts a stylized image of a bee, which was a symbol of fertility and prosperity in ancient Celtic cultures. The reverse side features a spiral pattern that represents the cycles of life and death, and the interconnectedness of all things in nature. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact that provides insight into the lives and beliefs of ancient Celtic tribes.
