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Obol - Datames 380 BC
380 BC year| Silver | 0.7 g | 10 mm |
| Issuer | Satrapy of Cilicia (Achaemenid Satrapies) |
|---|---|
| General | Datames Tarkamuwa (380 BC - 362 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 380 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm (550-330 BCE) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.7 g |
| Diameter | 10 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#389264 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Facing head of Arethusa (?), with drapery around neck.
Comment
Casabonne series 1.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol - Datames (380 BC) coin is that it features a unique blend of ancient Near Eastern and Greek influences in its design. The coin's obverse (front) side features a bearded king, likely Datames himself, wearing a Persian-style crown and a long, flowing robe, while the reverse (back) side depicts a lion attacking a bull, a common motif in ancient Greek coinage. This blending of styles reflects the cultural exchange and fusion that occurred during the Achaemenid period, where Persian, Greek, and other influences came together to create something new and distinct.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (-380) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Obol - Datames (380 BC) coin.
