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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Obol Kleitor 460 BC - 450 BC
| Silver | 0.94 g | 11.0 mm |
| Issuer | Arcadian League (Arkadia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 460 BC - 450 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.94 g |
| Diameter | 11.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#153336 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Kallisto left, wearing tainia, within incuse square
Script: Greek
Interesting fact
The Obol (Kleitor) coin from the Arcadian League (Arkadia) was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece and was equivalent to one-sixth of a drachma, which was the standard unit of currency at the time.
