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Obol Crab 460 BC - 450 BC
| Silver | 0.91 g | 9 mm |
| Issuer | Massalia (Gaul) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 460 BC - 450 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Phocaean Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.91 g |
| Diameter | 9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#355620 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Crab
Interesting fact
The Obol (Crab) coin from Massalia (Gaul) is interesting because it features a crab on its reverse side, which was a symbol of the city's prosperity and wealth. The crab was also associated with the goddess Aphrodite, who was revered in Massalia, and the coin may have been used as a form of offering to her.
