© Daniel Burch
© Daniel Burch
Obol - Nambed
| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Persis (Persian Empires) |
|---|---|
| King | Nambed (2nd half of the 1st-century AD) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 60-85 |
| Value | Obol (⅙) |
| Currency | Chian-Rhodian drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#297777 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Diademed king standing
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Obol-Nambed coin from the Kingdom of Persis is that it was used as a form of currency during a time of significant cultural and economic exchange between the Persian Empire and other regions, including the Mediterranean and China. The coin's design and inscriptions reflect this exchange, with influences from multiple cultures and languages visible on the coin's surface. This coin is a tangible representation of the rich history and cultural diversity of the Persian Empire during that time period.
