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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Obol - Hiero I 470 BC - 466 BC
| Silver | 0.49 g | 9.5 mm |
| Issuer | Syracuse (Sicily) |
|---|---|
| Tyrant | Hiero I (478 BC - 466 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 470 BC - 466 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅚) |
| Currency | Litra |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.49 g |
| Diameter | 9.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#407535 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Wheel of four spokes; ΣVRA within quarters.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΣVRA
Comment
Traité I 2260.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin from Syracuse (Sicily) is that it features the image of a dolphin on one side, which was a symbol of the city and represented its maritime power and connection to the sea.
