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Obol - Manchihr IV
| Silver | 0.57 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Manchihr IV (2nd half of the 2nd-century AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 160-200 |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.57 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#416281 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Bearded bust (of Manuchtir III?) left, wearing diadem and Parthian-style tiara.
Script: Aramaic
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol coin is that it was used as a form of currency during the reign of Manchihr IV, who was the ruler of the Kingdom of Persis, which was a province of the Parthian Empire. The coin was made of silver and weighed 0.57 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the Obol coin played an important role in the economy of the region and was widely used for trade and commerce.
