© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Obol Hypata 360 BC - 350 BC
| Silver | 0.88 g | - |
| Issuer | Ainianes (Thessaly) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 360 BC - 350 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.88 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182697 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Sword in scabbard and spear point, both upwards
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΙΝΙΑΝ
Comment
Traité IV, 453, pl. CCLXXXVII, 16.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol (Hypata) coin from Ainianes (Thessaly) is that it features a unique design on its obverse side, which includes a helmeted head of Athena, the goddess of wisdom and war, surrounded by a crescent moon and a star. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and symbolized the importance of Athena as a patron deity of the city-state. The coin's design also includes an inscription that reads "ΑΙΝΙΑΝΕΩΝ" (Ainianes), indicating its origin from the city of Ainianes in Thessaly.
