Obol (Karlstein Type) (100 BC - 1 BC) front Obol (Karlstein Type) (100 BC - 1 BC) back
Obol (Karlstein Type) (100 BC - 1 BC) photo
© Macho & Chlapovič a.s.

Obol Karlstein Type 100 BC - 1 BC

 
Silver 0.36 g 9.2 mm
Description
Issuer
​Boii
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
100 BC - 1 BC
Value
1 Obol (⅙)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.36 g
Diameter
9.2 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#189371
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Stylized horse to left, ring with pellet below.

Comment

Southwestern Slovakia Lower Austria Boii.

Interesting fact

The Obol (Karlstein Type) coin from ​Boii, made of Silver and weighing 0.36 g, is interesting because it is one of the earliest known coins to feature a standardized design and weight, which was a significant innovation in ancient coinage.