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Obol Kleitor 465 BC - 460 BC
| Silver | 0.85 g | 10.5 mm |
| Issuer | Arcadian League (Arkadia) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 465 BC - 460 BC |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.85 g |
| Diameter | 10.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#153337 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Head of Kallisto left, wearing tainia, within incuse square
Interesting fact
The Obol (Kleitor) coin was used as a form of currency in ancient Greece, specifically in the Arcadian League (Arkadia) during the 5th century BC. The coin features an image of a young boy, known as a "kleitor," on one side, and an inscription on the other. The use of the image of a young boy on the coin was meant to symbolize the importance of youth and the future of the community.
